Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort- Seasonal Position -Hiring Bonus

Job ID 1328694BR Location Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States Business Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort Date posted Jan. 21, 2026

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Job Summary:

Disney's Hilton Head Island resort is looking for Applicants to make magic with them for the summer

Available roles may include:

Recreation/Lifeguard
Food and Beverage
Custodial
Houseperson

Hourly rate starting at $20.00 per hour plus $750 signing bonus

LIMITED TIME $750.00 HIRING BONUS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM NOW UNTIL March 1, 2026

$750 Hiring Bonus (First payment after 90 days = $250 and Second payment after 150 days = $500.00)

To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, cast members must be in the position continuously for at least 90 days after hire and be employed by The Walt Disney Company at time of payment. A cast member is hired after the successful completion of Disney Traditions or one full day of employment. To be eligible for an incentive bonus after 150 days, cast members must remain employed in the position continuously for at least 150 days and be employed by The Walt Disney Company at the time of payment. Payments will be made approximately two weeks after the 90 and 150-day milestones, respectively. Bonus payments are subject to applicable taxes and other legal withholding. Disputes concerning eligibility to a bonus payment shall be resolved by Walt Disney World Recruitment in its sole and absolute discretion. The incentives offered herein are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. Cast Members hired prior to January 21, 2026 or after March 1, 2026 will not be eligible for an incentive award.

All Cast Members must provide own transportation as there is no company sponsored transportation available.

Responsibilities:

Recreation
Recreation Cast Members rotate through various roles, including Lifeguard, Children's Activities, and Recreation Rentals. Some of your responsibilities will include supervising the safety of our Guests as they swim, providing emergency medical attention as a first responder, shallow water life guarding, facilitating Guest activities and programs (including arts & crafts, games, and campfire songs), selling programs, renting equipment, and providing Guest information. Appropriate certification is required for the lifeguard and first responder role, which is provided by the resort.

Food and Beverage
The environment is friendly but fast paced. On any given day you might take guest orders, operate the point-of-sale system (cash register), handle cash, fulfill orders, prep food, stock items, keep inventory, and of course keep the front and back of the house up to Disney’s famous cleanliness standards. On top of that, you would be fully trained on knowledge of the resort so you can answer guests’ questions, share information, and provide the “Disney difference” that brings people to the Hilton Head Island Resort!

Custodial
Custodial Cast Members have the opportunity to work in a variety of locations, both indoors and outdoors, but always in the “common” areas – in other words, everywhere except the guest rooms. Your responsibilities include cleaning tables, emptying trashcans, sweep/mop floors, and more. Along with custodial responsibilities, Custodial Cast Members will be fully trained to answer questions about Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and will be expected to be the “friendly face” that makes a guest’s stay with us so memorable. It takes a special kind of person to do this well, so along with mastering custodial skills, having a friendly demeanor, a positive attitude and the sincere desire to be helpful is a key part of the job.

Houseperson
For many of our guests, staying at Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort is a dream come true. Our Housepersons bring those dreams to life by creating special memories and a home-away-from-home experience for each of our guests every day. As a member of the Housekeeping team, you may find yourself replenishing items such as linens, amenities and various supplies, disposing trash and interacting with guests, responding in a timely manner to their requests, assisting with directions and sharing information.

Basic Qualifications:

Here is what you will need to be successful in the job:

You must be at least 18 years old
This is a Seasonal position that requires you to be fully available a minimum of three days per week, including one weekend day. You will also be required to be fully available on national/state holidays.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
Excellent customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications:

It would be great if you were also able to demonstrate:

Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to be proactive, resourceful and flexible, in addition to being a self-starter who naturally takes the initiative
Problem-solving skills, and the desire to continually improve

Additional Information:

All our cast members enjoy a broad and very valuable range of benefits for being part of the Disney family! If you join the team, you can expect to receive:

Discounted meals during work shifts
Discounts at Hilton Head Island eateries such as New York City Pizza, Giuseppe’s, and Scott’s Fish Market
Complimentary theme park admission after successfully completing 150 hours/
Discounts on merchandise at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and at Walt Disney World Resort

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About Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort:

Disney Vacation Club is a leader in vacation ownership and provides families the flexibility to personalize their vacation experiences as their vacation interests change over time. Disney Vacation Club cast members help bring touches of Disney magic to members and guests who stay at any one of 14 Disney Vacation Club destinations, including Walt Disney World Resort; Disneyland Resort; Hilton Head Island, South Carolina and Vero Beach, Florida.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Vacation Club Management, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort.

Disney Vacation Club Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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