Careers at Cliff House Maine

Apply to join our friendly and professional team today and grow your luxury hospitality career on the Cliff!

Make a Difference. Celebrate What’s Right in Life.

Cliff House Maine is an iconic resort, set high atop Bald Head Cliff, spanning over 70 acres of breathtaking views and extraordinary majestic scenery. Partake on a journey to captivate one’s soul and offer deep connections to nature, authenticity, genuine warmth, New England charm, and gracious service. Cliff House is a place of celebration for milestone events and gatherings, generation after generation since 1872. Maine is simple, bold, and approachable while Cliff House exudes an elevated and refined, yet stylish environment. Experience a shift in feeling humbled by the powerful Atlantic Ocean at every glance, while you are surrounded by professional, passionate, kind, diverse, and service-oriented colleagues who are driven to make a difference every day. Be adventurous, stay sharp, grab a paddle, and embark on an amazing voyage. If you are a team player, willing to work hard, and desire to learn and grow; join the Cliff House Maine team. Make a difference and celebrate what’s right in life.

Social Responsibility

In order to preserve the world in which we operate and serve our guests, Cliff House is dedicated to the practices and programs of eco-friendly hotels that lessen our footprint on the changing environment. It is our mission to be as eco-friendly as possible, to better our world and serve our guests. We source from the local community when we can. This includes produce, meats, seafood, use of our own garden, local distillers and brewers, craft soft drinks, and grains to name a few. Read more at https://www.cliffhousemaine.com/social-responsibility.


Tiller’s Row at Cliff House are our on-property gardens. We use Tiller's Row gardens to grow produce for our on-site kitchens, and create recipes based around the seasonal crops.  


We are proud to be a charging partner of in Tesla's Destination Charging program to contribute to the pursuit of sustainable transportation.

Resort-Wide Initiatives

  • Single stream recycling
  • All used print cartridges are recycled
  • Dual Flush Toilets in all guest rooms for water conservation
  • The majority of all fish and shellfish are sourced from the Gulf of Maine, from vendors and boat captains that are reputable and used sustainable practices. All items are on the non-endangered and non-over-fished lists. 
  • Low Flow aerators in all guest rooms
  • Energy efficient CFL lighting in all guest rooms and in the hotel’s public spaces
  • Use of email instead of paper for communication and documentation
  • Hybrid vehicle and Tesla Charging Stations 
  • Though they can be provided upon request, we are a straw-less resort
  • All paper and plastic cups are ecofriendly and recycled
  • Disposable dinner ware is compostable
  • All plastic and glass used on property is recycled 
  • All to-go containers are ecofriendly, made of a plant based combination of pulp products 

Awards and Recognition

  • 11 unique hotels across the US with outstanding views | Boston.com
  • Best Hotels In The World | US News + World Report
  • 4 Star Award Winner | Forbes
  • Most Epic Pool | 94.3 WCYY
  • 10 Best Hotels In Maine | National Geographic
  • 7 Stand-out Lobster Rolls | Food & Wine
  • Best Honeymoon Destinations | Travel + Leisure 
  • 15 Best Spa Resorts | Veranda
  • 8 Best Spa Resorts in New England | Travel + Leisure
  • 10 Best Winter Spa Getaways | TIMEOUT Boston
  • Reader's Choice Awards | Conde Nast Traveler
  • 18 romantic getaways in Maine | The Knot
  • Best Places to Stay, Ogunquit | Travel + Leisure
  • Best September Deals | Conde Nast Traveler
  • Best New England Resorts | Boston Globe
  • #1 in Ogunquit Hotels | US News + World Report
  • Best New England Hotels | Conde Nast Traveler
  • 10 Best Spa Getaways in New England | TIMEOUT Boston
  • Best Hotels in Maine for Romantic Escapes | Conde Nast Traveler
  • Top 10 Best Ocean Spas | Spas of America
  • 4 Diamond Resort | AAA
  • 1 MICHELIN Key | MICHELIN Guide
  • 2025 Verified Responsible Hospitality | Forbes Travel Guide

Team Member Events and Recognition

  • Departmental Recognition Awards
  • Quarterly Award Celebrations
  • Dinner/Dances
  • Team Outings
  • Appreciation Lunches
  • Food Trucks
  • Raffles
  • $3.00 meals available 24/7

Activities We Enjoy

  • Wellness Events
  • End of the year Dinner Dance
  • Holiday Party
  • Mid-Summer Bash
  • End of Summer Celebration
  • Snack Days
  • Department Holiday Contests

Work In The Pine Tree State

Every year, Cliff House welcomes team members from around the globe to join our dedicated team of luxury hospitality professionals. Through a handful of International Visa Programs, we are able to welcome employees for 90 days up to three years depending on the visa.


Joining the Cliff House team will give you the opportunity to live and work in Maine, nestled between the towering pine trees and salty Atlantic ocean. Below, find more information on the International Visa Programs accepted at Cliff House Maine and which sponsor agencies to apply through.

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If you are outside of the US, and the holder of a valid working visa, please visit our International page for current opportunities.