What are the responsibilities and job description for the Westin St. Louis J1 Participants Apply Here - Summer 2026 position at The Westin St. Louis?
Property Description
Join the dynamic team at The Westin St. Louis, located in the heart of downtown, where luxury meets unbeatable convenience! We are looking for passionate, high-energy individuals to help us deliver exceptional service at our upscale property. With spacious, modern accommodations, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and prime access to St. Louis’s top attractions, including Busch Stadium, The Westin St. Louis offers an exciting work environment where your talents can shine. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to create unforgettable guest experiences while growing your hospitality career in a vibrant, fast-paced setting. If you thrive in a culture of teamwork, excellence, and innovation, The Westin St. Louis is the place for you. Apply now to join our family and elevate your career at one of the city’s premier hotels!
Overview
Are you excited to spend your summer gaining hands‑on hospitality experience in the United States while being part of a dynamic hotel team? The Summer J‑1 Work & Travel Program offers international students the opportunity to build valuable workplace skills, experience American culture, and contribute to exceptional guest experiences throughout our hotel. Applicants will apply to this posting and, upon selection, will be officially assigned to their approved and agreed‑upon role in alignment with their job offer and visa authorization.
Approved Positions for the 2026 Summer Season:
- Houseperson
- Room Attendant
- Club Lounge Attendant
- Server
- Server Assistant
- Host
- Steward
Responsibilities
While responsibilities vary by position, all J‑1 participants can expect to:
- Support daily hotel operations within their assigned department
- Perform role‑specific duties with attention to cleanliness, quality, and safety
- Deliver friendly, professional service to guests and team members
- Follow all hotel policies, safety standards, and training guidelines
- Work collaboratively in a team‑oriented, multicultural environment
- Maintain a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dependable attendance
Qualifications
- Must be approved through the CHI Visa Student Program
- Must meet J‑1 Work & Travel visa eligibility requirements
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the assigned role
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays
- Strong reliability, professionalism, and willingness to learn
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.