Resort Worker (General)

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Sector: Hospitality (Resorts & Hotels) Typical route: H-2B Work type: Seasonal Updated: January 1, 2026

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Pay (Gross) & schedule snapshot

Item Typical range / expectation
Hourly pay (gross) $15.00 – $20.50 per hour (gross), depending on state, property type, and the exact duty mix. Some seasonal resort postings for comparable support roles are in the mid-to-high teens per hour.
Overtime Commonly paid at 1.5× the regular rate when overtime applies (policy depends on role classification and state rules).
Hours Usually 32–48 hours/week in peak season; schedules may rotate (mornings/evenings/weekends).
Pay frequency Often weekly or biweekly (employer policy).
Tips (if applicable) Some front-of-house assignments can include tips; many back-of-house/support tasks do not.
Typical deductions Taxes and payroll deductions may apply; optional housing/meals (if provided) can be payroll-deducted under employer rules.
Important: the employer must follow official wage rules for the specific location and occupation category. This page provides a realistic market snapshot, not a binding offer.

Typical duties (resort-general support)


Duty mix changes by property (hotel/resort), department coverage, and guest volume. Cross-coverage is a standard expectation in seasonal operations.

Requirements (detailed)

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Working conditions in the USA (what candidates should expect)

Schedule & pace

  • Peak days are typically weekends and holiday periods.
  • Shift rotation is common (early/late), with “turnover windows” between check-outs and check-ins.
  • Standards are checklist-driven; quality consistency is closely monitored.

Housing / meals (when offered)

  • Some seasonal resorts offer staff housing or provide leads; others do not.
  • If housing/meals are available, they may be optional and payroll-deducted under employer rules.
  • Expect shared spaces and house rules (quiet hours, cleanliness standards, visitor policies).

Safety & compliance

  • Training is typically on-site and department-specific (chemicals, lifting, slips/trips, guest privacy).
  • Uniform and grooming standards may apply.
  • Background checks and/or drug screening can be required by employer policy.

Seasonality reality: staffing expands fast during demand spikes. The best candidates are flexible, reliable, and comfortable with repeated routines under time constraints.

Next steps (how review usually works)

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FAQ

Answers below are written for international candidates evaluating seasonal resort work in the USA.