House Person at King Real Estate Old Orchard Beach Inn
Join the team at Old Orchard Beach Inn in the heart of Old Orchard Beach, Maine — a vibrant seaside resort town famous for its 7-mile sandy beach, lively pier, and summer energy. This employer has been hosting Work & Travel students for over 10 years and is known for creating a fun, supportive environment.
As a House Person, you will be a key part of the housekeeping team, keeping the property clean, welcoming, and running smoothly. Your tasks will include stripping and replenishing linens, maintaining the pool area, cleaning outdoor furniture, managing trash, and supporting the housekeeping staff with laundry. It's an active, outdoor-friendly role — perfect if you enjoy staying on the move.
The employer goes the extra mile for their international team: expect pizza parties at least twice a month, a lobster bake at the end-of-season appreciation party, day trips to Portland, pool days, and discounts at Palace Playland — the town's biggest amusement attraction.
- 💰 $16.50/hour | Overtime paid after 40 hours
- 🕐 Estimated 35 hrs/week (up to 40 hrs); 6 days/week, Saturdays mandatory
- 🏠 Employer-provided furnished apartments, 10–15 min walk to work | $125/week
- 🌊 Located less than 10 miles from Portland, ME — right on the beach
- 🦞 End-of-season lobster bake + pizza lunches + day trips to Portland
- 🎡 Discounts at Palace Playland amusement park
- 🚲 Bicycles available to rent for the season (~$50)
- ✅ No previous experience required | 2-day paid training provided
- 👕 Uniform provided (logo T-shirt, $10 cost)
- 💳 Bi-weekly pay via direct deposit
Getting there is easy: fly into Boston Logan (BOS) and take a bus or train to Portland for around $30, or fly directly into Portland Jetport (PWM). Housing and your workplace are both within the same walkable neighborhood — no car needed!
