HAP Holland America Denali Lodge

Welcome Guests to the Heart of the Alaskan Wilderness

Imagine starting your shift with a view of snow-capped peaks, and ending your day watching the midnight sun glow over the tundra. As a Host/Cashier at HAP Holland America Denali Lodge, you’ll be the first friendly face thousands of travelers meet when they arrive at one of America’s most legendary national parks. This is Work & Travel USA at its most unforgettable.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Greeting and welcoming guests with genuine warmth and a smile
• Managing the seating chart, waitlists and guiding guests to their tables
• Operating the POS system, processing cash and card payments accurately
• Answering guest questions about the menu, the lodge and Denali attractions
• Keeping the host stand and dining entrance clean, organized and inviting
• Coordinating with servers and kitchen staff to keep service running smoothly
• Handling to-go orders and light retail transactions when needed

Why Denali National Park?

Denali is six million acres of wild, untouched Alaska — home to grizzly bears, moose, caribou, wolves and North America’s tallest mountain. Your days off can be spent hiking alpine trails, white-water rafting the Nenana River, ziplining through the boreal forest, spotting wildlife on a park bus tour, or simply soaking in nearly 20 hours of daylight in June. When the season turns toward fall, the tundra explodes into red and gold — and the first northern lights of the season appear in the September sky.

The lodge sits in the lively “Glitter Gulch” canyon area just outside the park entrance, buzzing with restaurants, shops and hundreds of other international students from around the world. You’ll build friendships that stretch across continents.

The Details

• Position: Host / Cashier
• Employer: HAP Holland America Denali Lodge
• Location: Denali National Park, Alaska
• Pay: $16.00 per hour
• Hours: 40 hours per week (overtime often available in peak season)
• Season: Summer through Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this position

What You Get

Working for one of Alaska’s largest and most respected hospitality employers means real support: on-site staff housing available, employee dining options, staff activities and excursions, discounts on tours, and a genuine community atmosphere. You’ll gain U.S. customer service experience, sharpen your English every single day, and add a globally recognized brand to your CV.

Who We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational to good English communication skills
• Outgoing, friendly personality and a positive attitude
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working on your feet
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays and flexible shifts
• Team players ready for a remote-location adventure (limited shopping, big nature!)
• Previous hospitality experience is a plus, but not required — training provided

Ready for the Last Frontier?

Spots at Denali fill fast — this is one of the most requested Work & Travel USA destinations every single year. Apply now and spend your summer where the mountains are taller, the days are longer and the memories last a lifetime.