Games Operator
Work Where Everyone Else Vacations
Imagine clocking in with the sound of crashing waves behind you, the smell of funnel cake in the air, and a boardwalk full of happy families ready to test their luck. As a Games Operator at Jenkinson’s South on the legendary Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk in New Jersey, that’s your everyday reality. This is one of the most iconic Work & Travel USA placements on the East Coast – a place where the summer never feels like work.
Jenkinson’s is a Jersey Shore institution: an amusement destination with rides, arcades, an aquarium, restaurants and dozens of classic boardwalk games. You’ll be right in the middle of the action, hosting guests, calling out to the crowd, and creating those “I won this at the beach!” memories that people keep for years.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operating classic boardwalk games – ring toss, basketball, water races, balloon darts, skill games and more
- Attracting guests with energy and friendly banter – you’re part host, part entertainer
- Explaining game rules clearly and fairly to players of all ages
- Handling cash and card transactions accurately
- Awarding and restocking prizes, keeping your game stand clean, safe and well-organised
- Delivering top-level customer service and helping create a fun, family-friendly atmosphere
- Supporting your team during peak evenings, weekends and holidays
Job Snapshot
- Employer: Jenkinson’s South
- Position: Games Operator
- Location: Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
- Industry: Hospitality / Entertainment
- Pay: $16.00 per hour
- Hours: approx. 50 hours per week (overtime potential during peak season)
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Tips: Not applicable for this role
Why Point Pleasant Beach?
Point Pleasant Beach is the definition of an American summer town. You get a mile-long boardwalk, wide sandy beaches, arcades, ice cream stands, live music and a huge international student community every season. New York City is roughly a 90-minute train ride away, Philadelphia is around two hours by car, and Asbury Park, Seaside Heights and Atlantic City are all easy day trips. Beach days off, boardwalk nights, new friends from all over the world – this is the Work & Travel experience students talk about for the rest of their lives.
What You’ll Get
- Competitive $16/hour pay with 50 scheduled hours – strong earning potential across the season
- A long season from summer into fall, meaning more weeks to save and travel
- Real-world experience in hospitality, sales and customer service for your CV
- Fast English improvement through daily conversation with American guests
- An international team and a ready-made social life
- Employer experienced in hosting J-1 Work & Travel students, with housing guidance available
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational to good English – you’ll be talking to guests all day
- Outgoing, loud-and-proud personality: you’re not shy about calling out to a crowd
- Ability to stand for long shifts, outdoors, in warm and sometimes humid weather
- Reliability and flexibility – evenings, weekends and holidays are the busiest times
- A positive, team-first attitude and a genuine smile
Ready to trade lecture halls for the boardwalk? Apply now for the Games Operator position at Jenkinson’s South and spend your summer on the Jersey Shore. Spots for this popular location fill quickly – secure yours early!
About New Jersey
New Jersey's Jersey Shore - including Seaside Heights - is packed with boardwalks, beaches and amusement parks. It is a lively, social spot with plenty of jobs in attractions, restaurants and hotels near New York City.
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