Summer Employment
The following are seasonal part-time or full-time hourly positions, weather permitting. Shifts typically run between 9am and 5pm. Between July 1 and Labor Day.
June 1: We begin our scheduling and hiring process. Be sure to apply early!
BARTENDER
Water Park Tiki Bar
Our bar offers a small selections of beers, wines, and cocktails during our water park hours, typically 11 AM - 5 PM. Please keep in mind when applying for this position that we are not a high-traffic bar so starting pay is current RI minimum wage with the opportunity to make tips. This is a great opportunity for new bartenders!
- BAR SERVICES
- Prepare & Serve cocktails or other refreshments.
- Check IDs
- Maintain a stock
- Open/Close Bar Area
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Assist guests with directions, questions, sales, etc.
- Sales & Point-of-sale transactions for bar and/or snack bar area
- Assist snack bar as needed
- BASIC EXPECTATIONS
- Communicate as needed with guests and other members of staff.
- Friendly and outgoing demeanor
- Self-Starter
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
- Maintain a clean work area and contributing to a overall clean facility.
- Good attitude
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- State Law requires a certificate upon completion of an alcohol awareness/safety. You must have a bartender's license to work in this position.
- Must have the ability to handle money and operate a point-of-sale system.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Must be able to frequently communicate and develop rapport with guests and associates and have a working relationship with the resort management team.
- Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
- Must be able to regularly lift/move supplies, some upwards of 25lbs.
- Work in a loud, active, and humid work environment.
- Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
SNACK BAR ATTENDANT
Water Park Tiki Bar
- SNACK BAR DUTIES
- Takes orders & runs register
- Prepares meal and beverage ingredients
- Unloading, stocking, & storage of ingredients and supplies
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Assist guests with directions, questions, sales, etc.
- Sales & Point-of-sale transactions for bar and/or snack bar area
- Assist others as needed
- Interacting with guests with positive energy and hospitality
- BASIC EXPECTATIONS
- Communicate as needed with guests and other members of staff.
- Friendly and outgoing demeanor
- Self-Starter
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
- Maintain a clean work area and contributing to a overall clean facility.
- Good attitude
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently as part of a team or independently.
- Must have the ability to handle money and operate a point-of-sale system.
- Must be able to frequently communicate and develop rapport with guests and associates and have a working relationship with the resort management team.
- Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
- Must be able to regularly lift/move supplies, some upwards of 25lbs.
- Work in a loud, active, and humid work environment.
- Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
LIFEGUARD
Water Park / Summer Camp
- LIFEGUARD DUTIES
- Ensure the safety of the guests and prevent injuries by supervising pools and surrounding areas.
- Maintain all aquatics/pool standards and enforce all rules.
- Accurately and completely fill out all paperwork required to coincide with any first aid administered in a timely manner to ensure documentation can be distributed to appropriate personnel.
- During slower periods, cleanliness and sanitation of Waterpark are expected to be performed by all staff. Management may provide specific lists based on needs.
- Wear proper attire and whistle in accordance with dress code standards.
- Attend staff meetings and training as required.
- Communicate all pool rules professionally and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable.
- Follows established safety procedures. Complies with all policies and procedures.
- Enforcing policies and safety procedures at waterpark attractions, slides, pools, concessions, and activities.
- This position also performs various tasks relating to activities, concessions, cleaning, and other duties as assigned.
- BASIC EXPECTATIONS
- Communicate as needed with guests and other members of staff.
- Friendly and outgoing demeanor
- Self-Starter
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
- Maintain a clean work area and contributing to a overall clean facility.
- Good attitude
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Must be lifeguard & CPR certified, experience not required. (only pool certification required)
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public, guests, and staff members.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Ability to be prompt and work scheduled work shifts.
- Knowledge of the standards of care in the industry.
- Demonstrates ability to work independently.
- Must be firm, fair, consistent, and courteous in order to gain respect and cooperation from the public.
- The knowledge that their decisions may affect the total facility staff and the lives of others.
- Must have emotional stability and the ability to make sound decisions that conform to facility policies when dealing with adverse situations.
- Independent judgment concerning work methods and procedures is required.
SLIDE ATTENDANT
Water Park
- SLIDE ATTENDANT DUTIES
- Interacting with guests with energy and service
- Enforcing park safety rules
- Keeping area free of debris and clean for guests
- Ensuring that guests are clear from slide so that others can proceed.
- Ensuring the safety of facility patrons by assisting patrons at the top or bottom of the slide.
- BASIC EXPECTATIONS
- Communicate as needed with guests and other members of staff.
- Friendly and outgoing demeanor
- Self-Starter
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
- Maintain a clean work area and contributing to a overall clean facility.
- Good attitude
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Must be able-to and comfortable engaging with guests and team members in a positive manner.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Ability to be prompt and work scheduled work shifts.
Winter Employment
Winter operations begin in early December with hiring typically starting in late-October or early-November. Winter positions are either part-time or full-time seasonally and include perks such as free skiing & riding!
With the exception of a Ski & Snowboard Instructor or National Ski Patroller, all positions may be applied for at any time. See applicable sections below for information on Instructor & Patroller positions.
We are a winter operations facility, which means All applicants must be comfortable commuting in winter conditions as we operate during inclement weather including snowstorms unless extreme cases force us to close.
Applications may now be submitted for winter 2021-2022, however, keep in mind that some departments do not start hiring until December.
Snow Sports School
Instructor & Apprentice Instructor
Yawgoo Valley is hiring SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTORS for the upcoming 2021-2022 season. Applicants must be available to work weekends starting January 2022.
Applicants must be 16 years of age, have their own equipment, and be able to attend fall training sessions at Yawgoo. The instructor training course fee is $120, the fee may be waived for experienced instructors. SKI INSTRUCTOR applicants may still apply.
Submit your resume to YawgooSnowSports@gmail.com
The Yawgoo Valley Snow Sports Instructor Course (ITC) or Apprentice Training Course (ATC) is held in the fall prior to the start of each season. The course is an opportunity for you to gain the skills and an understanding of effectively delivering a lesson while improving your own skiing/riding. The instructor training course takes place during the season, candidates will not receive benefits until completion of course and schedule commitments.
Instructors: ** Must be at least 16 years old by 12/1/21 **
Apprentice Instructors: ** Must be at least 14 years old by 12/1/21 **
National Ski Patrol
Patroller Candidates
National Ski Patrol members have a strong desire to help others, learn emergency care techniques, improve their skiing and snowboarding skills, and enhance the safety and enjoyment of snow sports for all. First on. Last off.
Rental Shop
TECHNICIAN
Assist guests to complete their purchase as well as answer questions about the gear or products. Ski & Snowboard experience a plus!
Ages 18+
LIFT OPERATIONS
ATTENDANT
Attend chair lifts, snow removal related to lifts or as assigned, customer service. Ages 18+, friendly, works well with others and independently, working in outdoor winter conditions.
Required: Ages 18+
RETAIL SHOP
SALES CLERK
Fit customers with skis, snowboards, and boots, maintaining clean gear and work area. Ages 18+, friendly & patient personality, attention to detail, customer service skills, able to handle fast-paced environment, prior knowledge of snow sports equipment is ideal.
FOOD SERVICE
Cook
Prep, prepare and serve food, customer service, stocking, cleanup, trash pickup, operate grill & fryers, etc.
Required: Ages 17+
FOOD SERVICE
Cashier
Operate register, open and/or close food service areas, maintain, stock, and clean food service areas, provide customer service. Friendly & patient personality, accurate math skills, customer service skills, able to handle fast-paced environment.
Ages 17+
FOOD SERVICE
Bartender/Bar-back
Serve guests food and beverage, maintain, stock, clean bar and upstairs area, cleaning, trash removal. Friendly & patient personality, accurate math skills, customer service skills, able to handle fast-paced environment, able to carry alcohol cases, trays, etc.,
Required: 18+ with alcohol server training (State of RI requirement).
TICKET OFFICE
Cashier/Customer Service
Sell tickets, season passes, gift cards, book/register guests for lessons, handle cash, provide great customer service, light cleaning. Friendly & patient personality, accurate math skills, customer service skills, attention to detail, able to handle fast-paced environment, knowledge of our products/services.
Required: Ages 17+
SNOW TUBING PARK
- TICKET CASHIER
- ATTENDANT
Assist guests with directions and safety, in/out of tubes, helping guests get started downhill. Friendly & patient personality, works well with others, responsible and reliable, must able to work in outdoor winter conditions, able to handle fast-paced environment
Required: Ages 17+