About the employer
Six Flags The Great Escape is an amusement park with a state-of-the-art outdoor water park and The Great Escape Lodge hotel, part of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation. It sits in Queensbury, New York, at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains near the shores of Lake George, about four hours north of New York City.
It's a remote, rustic setting that suits you if you love nature and a bit of a thrill. The area is known for its amusement parks, golf courses and ski trails, and the local lakes are great for swimming, canoeing and boating. The Warren County Bike Path runs from Lake George through Queensbury to Glens Falls. Job opportunities here are varied and change each season.
The job as Lodge Food & Beverage
What you'll do
- Provide exceptional guest service
- Greet and ask guests about their favorite ride as they walk up to your location
- Take guests' orders, offering suggestions and upsells about the most delicious menu items
- Feed hungry guests promptly and satisfy growling stomachs with fresh, made-to-order foods
- Operate Point of Sale (POS) registers
- Prepare everything from double bacon cheeseburgers to pizza, wings, milkshakes and more
- Wipe down tables, wash dishes, and keep all areas clean and safe for guests
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
The employer provides housing in one of 3 locations, all within walking distance of the Park and Lodge. Rooms include a fridge, TV, bedding, microwave, bathroom, heat, air conditioning and WI-FI, while kitchen areas have a stove, oven, sink and laundry. A lease agreement applies, and you may find your own place instead.
Location: Queensbury, New York
Why Queensbury, New York?
Queensbury sits in the Lake George region, one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the northeastern USA. On your days off you can swim and kayak on Lake George, hike the Adirondack Mountains, ride roller coasters at The Great Escape, or explore the shops, diners and lakeside boardwalks of the village. New York City is reachable for a weekend trip, and Boston, Montreal and Niagara Falls are all popular getaways for students working in this area.
About New York
New York State runs from the energy of New York City to the Adirondacks, lakes and Niagara Falls. Students work in city hotels and restaurants as well as mountain and lake resorts upstate.
