Things to Know...

...when applying for a position at Roche Harbor

 

Roche Harbor celebrates with an international staff.  Our employees come to the island from all over the world, i.e., Chile, Argentina, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Romania, to name a few. This world-class blend presents a great experience for our guests and a cultural exchange for our employee Team.

 

Visa Options at Roche Harbor

 

 

 

 

Two types of work authorization options are available for your consideration as an international candidate:

NOTICE: * DUE TO U.S. IMMIGRATION RESTRICTIONS ON H-2B VISA'S
we can no longer accept applications from international candidates
outside of the USA. Your application will be denied *

H-2B Visa - sponsored by Roche Harbor

*Permits an international employee to work for 6 months during the summer season. Roche Harbor will obtain the H-2B Visa for the employee pending approval of the Washington State Department of Employment Security and U.S. Immigration (U.S.C.I.S.). Roche Harbor's H-2B Visas are limited in number and are offered to selected returning employees on a priority basis. Available positions are then offered to new international candidates.

*NOTICE: The H-2B Visa is available in restricted numbers each season and we have now met our quota for 2010.

 

J-1 Visa Work & Travel (student)

*This visa can be obtained if you are a student seeking up to 4 months of work experience in the U.S. All J-1 applicants must apply through CCUSA, our partner in Foreign Work/Study Programs. No applications for J-1 employment will be accepted directly through Roche Harbor.
*NOTICE: We currently have fulfilled our number of J-1 Visa positions for 2010.

 

 

Employee Benefits at Roche Harbor

 

Roche Harbor employee benefits include the following:

Employee discounts

-in most of our retail shops

-Uniforms provided on loan
(shirts and jackets)

-Free boat launching in Marina

-Monthly barbecues during summer with prizes

-End-of-season party - (usually a costume party with live music) in September

-Free access to swimming pool and tennis facility.

Looking Sharp at Roche Harbor

At Roche Harbor we pride ourselves to be in a public contact, family oriented hospitality environment. As ambassadors of "Guest First" service, our employees are expected to maintain a demeanor and appearance consistent with Roche Harbor's values and the expectations of our guests. We have conservative dress standards and we take pride in our appearance. (Please review the following standards carefully before submitting an application.)

 

Female Employees 

Hairstyles are to be neat, natural in color, and easy to maintain. Cosmetics should be moderate, with a natural look in mind. Jewelry should be kept to a minimum and neutral in color. Pierced jewelry may be worn only on the ears and not to exceed three (3) studs per ear. Earrings worn above the lobe are restricted to post type. Without limitation, visible body piercing, jewelry to the eye areas, face, mouth, nose and tongue are not to be worn on duty or while using company facilities. Tattoos cannot be visible while on duty.

Male Employees

Hair is to be natural in color, neatly groomed and tapered - above the eyebrows and collar. Pony-tails are not permitted. Men should be clean-shaven daily with the exception of a neatly trimmed moustache. Sideburns shall be straight and not extend below the ear. Beards, goatees, handlebar moustaches and soul patches are prohibited. Earrings or other visible body pierced jewelry to the ears, eye areas, face, mouth, nose and tongue are not to be worn on duty or while using company facilities. Tattoos cannot be visible while on duty.

 

Housing at Roche Harbor*

*We have now reached full housing capacity in employee village and are no longer accepting applications for employee housing.   (4/7/2010)

 

Roche Harbor offers limited employee housing accommodations in our employee village located on site. (Must be at least 18 years of age). The employee village has several houses and cabins where accommodations are dormitory style with 2-4 people in a room. A limited number of cabins are available for couples at a weekly rate of $170 per couple. Rates will vary depending on accommodations - from $50.00 to $85.00 per person per week. The rate for group houses is $50.00 per week. Your weekly rent will be charged and paid through weekly payroll deductions. A $100 refundable security deposit is required with the housing application. Housing accommodations include a recreation room with TV, ping pong and pool tables and a coin operated laundry facility. An outdoor basketball court for employees is adjacent to the Recreation Room. For employees who choose not to live in the Village, rental housing may be available nearby or in the Town of Friday Harbor, 10 miles from Roche Harbor. A Resident Housing Coordinator is located in Employee Village.

 

 

Start Dates at Roche Harbor

 

Most positions at Roche Harbor are seasonal, opening by mid-May and continuing through September. Each department has their own schedule of start dates, therefore, it is best to check with the Manager of the department or the Recruiting Manager for specific position dates.