Food & Beverage Associate
Serve Smiles at One of America’s Oldest Amusement Parks
Imagine starting your workday to the sound of roller coasters roaring overhead, splashing water rides and thousands of happy guests ready for a day of fun. As a Food & Beverage Associate at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, a Six Flags Park, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, you will be right in the middle of the action all summer long — and into the colorful American fall season.
This Work & Travel USA position is perfect for university students who love a fast-paced, social environment, want to improve their English every single day, and dream of experiencing the real American summer. You’ll join an international team of students from around the world, make friends for life, and earn money to fund your travels.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Greeting guests with a warm smile and taking their food and drink orders
- Preparing and serving classic American park favorites — burgers, pizza, funnel cakes, ice cream, cold drinks and more
- Operating the cash register and handling payments accurately
- Keeping counters, dining areas and work stations clean, stocked and sparkling
- Following all food safety, hygiene and health standards
- Working as part of a fun, energetic team to keep service quick and guests happy
Position Details
- Employer: Dorney Park, a Six Flags Park
- Position: Food & Beverage Associate
- Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Industry: Hospitality & Entertainment
- Pay Rate: $13.00 per hour
- Hours: approximately 32 hours per week (overtime often available during peak season)
- Season: Summer through Fall
- Tips: Not applicable for this position
Why Allentown, Pennsylvania?
Allentown is a friendly, affordable city in the beautiful Lehigh Valley — and one of the best-located Work & Travel destinations on the East Coast. You are just:
- About 1.5 hours from Philadelphia — home of the Liberty Bell and the famous “Rocky steps”
- Around 2 hours from New York City — Times Square, Central Park and Broadway on your days off
- A short drive from the Pocono Mountains, with hiking trails, lakes and waterfalls
Weekend bus trips to NYC, DC and the Jersey Shore beaches are easy and popular among international students. And if you stay into the fall, you’ll experience Halloween in America at Dorney Park’s legendary Halloween Haunt, plus the incredible autumn colors of Pennsylvania.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive $13/hour pay with a reliable weekly schedule
- Free admission to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom on your days off
- Access to other Six Flags parks across the USA
- Employee discounts on food and merchandise
- Employer-assisted housing options and a large international student community
- Employee events, parties and team activities
- Real hospitality experience at a globally recognised brand for your CV
- Daily practice of your English with native speakers
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English skills and confidence speaking with guests
- Positive, energetic attitude and a genuine smile
- Willingness to work outdoors, weekends and holidays
- Ability to stand for long periods in a busy environment
- Team spirit, reliability and a strong work ethic
- Availability from summer into the fall season
Ready for Your American Summer?
Places at Dorney Park fill up fast every season. Apply today, secure your spot, and get ready for a summer of roller coasters, new friendships and unforgettable memories in the USA!
About Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania mixes historic cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh with the Pocono Mountains and lake resorts. Popular summer jobs include amusement parks, hotels and family resorts within easy reach of the East Coast.
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