Hungry Hut

Live Your Californian Summer at Shaver Lake

Imagine waking up to crisp mountain air, towering pine trees and a sparkling alpine lake just minutes from your workplace. Hungry Hut, a beloved hospitality spot in Shaver Lake, California, is looking for energetic international students to join its friendly team as Resort Workers for the Summer to Fall season. If you want a Work & Travel USA experience that combines real hospitality skills, great earnings and unforgettable outdoor adventures, this is your job.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Resort Worker, no two days look exactly the same – and that’s the fun part. Your duties will include:

• Greeting and serving guests with a warm, welcoming attitude
• Taking orders at the counter, preparing and serving food and drinks
• Operating the cash register and handling simple transactions
• Keeping dining areas, counters and workstations clean and tidy
• Restocking supplies, assisting with basic food prep and dishwashing
• Supporting your teammates during busy weekends and holiday rushes

Why Shaver Lake?

Located in the Sierra National Forest at around 5,500 feet elevation, Shaver Lake is one of California’s favorite mountain getaways. In your free time you can swim, kayak, paddleboard and wakeboard on the lake, hike scenic forest trails, spot wildlife, or simply watch the most spectacular sunsets over the water. You’re also within driving distance of world-famous Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park – home to the largest trees on Earth. Fresno is about an hour away for shopping and city trips, while San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas make perfect end-of-summer travel destinations.

What You’ll Earn & Enjoy

• $16.50 per hour – a strong wage for a mountain resort location
• Tips included – boost your income every shift
• 32 hours per week, with the possibility of extra hours in peak season
• Hands-on hospitality and customer service experience for your CV
• Daily English practice with American guests and coworkers
• A truly international team and friendships that last long after summer
• Time off to explore California’s national parks and coastline

Who We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 enrolled in the Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational English and confidence speaking with guests
• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment
• Team players who are flexible with weekend and evening shifts
• No previous experience required – full training is provided

Ready for the Mountains?

Positions at Hungry Hut fill quickly – mountain resort jobs with tips are among the most popular in the program. Apply now and turn your summer into a Californian adventure you’ll be telling stories about for years.