River’s Edge Resort – Fairbanks, AK

Spend your summer working and living in true Alaskan wilderness! River’s Edge Resort offers cozy cabins, hotel rooms, and RV sites right on the Chena River, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. As part of our team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in hospitality, dining, and guest services, all while meeting people from around the world. When you’re off the clock, adventure is right outside your door—hike scenic trails, fish in the river, spot wildlife, or just relax and soak in the Alaskan sun (or midnight sun!). This is more than a job—it’s a chance to explore Alaska, make lifelong friends, and have a summer you’ll actually remember. nterior Alaska is the best place in the world for year-round adventure. Let Fairbanks be your playground as you explore the Chena River, chase the aurora, bask in the midnight sun, view wildlife, hike, sightsee and experience the adventures of your lifetime. Fairbanks-based businesses can help get you into remote areas, guide you through town, help you plan your adventure, or provide the equipment you need to accomplish all of the above. 

Weekly working hours: avg. 32h per week

Start Date/End Date:  June 1st  – June 5th until September 18th

Conditions: 

• Upper Intermediate to Advanced English;
• Front of House Support: Participants in this role will assist the front of house staff. This role may involve cross-training or assignment to one specific role, depending on business needs and individual skill sets. Participants may assist with one or more of the following roles below: Busperson: Maintains the cleanliness of the dining room, clears and resets dining room tables. Assists food servers as directed. Other duties as directed by restaurant management. Should possess an outgoing personality for engaging/interacting with customers. Host/Hostess: Meets and greets customers and controls flow of dining room operations. Cashier experience helpful as well as experience working with Toast point of sale (POS) system. Requires individuals with excellent customer service skills/demeanor. Team player who is comfortable with “jumping in” where needed. Dining Room Food Servers: Experience preferred in a fast-paced dining environment. Must be at least 21 years old for dinner service and have current TAMS training program card. Excellent customer service skills needed. Breakfast Attendants: Attend to the needs of customers in the breakfast dining room and maintain stocking of items on the breakfast buffet. Must have pleasing personality and desire for ultimate guest satisfaction. Bartender: Responsible for beverage service to customers and bar set-up. Some limited food service may be required. Must hold current Alaska TAMS training program card. Employer may need to change position or location based on skill level, business needs, or to accommodate hours./ $13.00 per hour
• Back of House Utility: Participants in this role will assist the back of house staff. This role may involve cross training or assignment to one specific role depending on business needs and individual skill sets. Participants may assist with one or more of the following roles below: Dishwasher: Wash dishes, glassware, pots, pans and cleans kitchen under the direction of the Chef. Responsible for cleaning of floors, counters and all work surfaces at the end of each shift. Line Cook: Eligible applicants must have some experience in this position and an understanding of food preparation, quality and portion control. Works at the direction of the Executive Chef. Prep Cook: Eligible applicants must have some experience in this position and an understanding of food preparation, quality and portion control. Works at the direction of the Executive Chef/ $15.00 per hour
• Paid hour training;
• The host employer will provide a shirt. Please bring black pants, black non-slip, closed-toe shoes, black belt, black socks, and a black undershirt, if desired.

Housing and Transportation:

• Housing – $15 per day, per student.
• Depending on housing assignment, participants will either need to walk/bike to the work site or will be offered an employee shuttle.