Dining Room Attendant

gotousa; Montana; Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing near property

Staff meals

Employee discounts on tours, retail &d

Employee events

Job summary

Glacier Park by Pursuit – St. Mary Village in Montana is hiring a Dining Room Attendant for the summer season. You will support a lively hospitality team serving guests from around the world in a fast-paced, social setting.

University students (18–25) eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA programme are welcome. Training is provided, and housing may be available on or near the property, with meals and staff discounts also offered.

Qualifications

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA programme.
• No prior experience required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Set and reset tables quickly and neatly between guests.
• Clear dishes, glassware and cutlery and transport to the dish area.
• Refill water, coffee and condiments; assist servers during busy periods.
• Keep dining room, service stations and buffet areas clean and welcoming.
• Greet guests with a friendly attitude to help create a memorable dining experience.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Education

University student status (18–25, J-1)

Job description

Live and Work at the Gateway to Glacier National Park

Imagine finishing your shift, stepping outside, and seeing snow-capped peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and endless Montana sky. That's everyday life at Glacier Park by Pursuit – St. Mary Village, located right at the eastern entrance to one of America's most breathtaking national parks. If you're a university student looking for a Work & Travel USA summer you'll talk about for the rest of your life, this is it.

About the Position

As a Dining Room Attendant, you'll be part of a lively hospitality team serving guests from all over the world. It's a fast-paced, social role where no two days look the same — perfect if you enjoy teamwork, movement, and meeting new people.

• Setting and resetting tables quickly and neatly between guests
• Clearing dishes, glassware and cutlery, and transporting them to the dish area
• Refilling water, coffee and condiments, and assisting servers during busy service periods
• Keeping the dining room, service stations and buffet areas clean, stocked and welcoming
• Greeting guests with a friendly attitude and helping create a memorable dining experience
• Following all food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards

Pay & Benefits

• $10.55 per hour with tips on top — a great boost to your seasonal earnings
• Approximately 35 hours per week, with possible overtime during peak season
• Employee housing available on or near property (fees may apply)
• Staff meals and employee discounts on Pursuit tours, retail and dining
• Employee events, hikes and activities organised for the international team
• Season: Summer through Fall — a longer season means more money saved and more time to explore

Why St. Mary, Montana?

St. Mary is a small, friendly mountain village sitting on the shores of St. Mary Lake, minutes from the legendary Going-to-the-Sun Road. On your days off you can hike to hidden waterfalls, kayak crystal-clear lakes, spot bears, moose and mountain goats, and watch some of the most spectacular sunsets in North America. Glacier National Park attracts millions of visitors a year — and you'll get to call it your backyard.

You'll also be surrounded by an international crew of students from dozens of countries, making friendships that last far beyond the summer. Many participants extend their adventure with a post-program road trip to Yellowstone, Seattle, or the West Coast.

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA programme
• Conversational English and confident communication with guests
• A positive, can-do attitude and strong team spirit
• Ability to stand, walk and lift trays throughout your shift
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• No previous experience required — full training is provided