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Job Experience: Concession Stand Attendant at Great American Ballpark

Dive into an extraordinary summer at the Great American Ballpark! Whether you’re running the cash register, serving up ice cream, or manning the beer stand, this is your chance to be part of an unforgettable experience.

Apply now for a summer filled with excitement, cultural exchange, and a unique twist on work and fun!


Welcome to the Team!

Join our vibrant crew at the Great American Ballpark, home of the Cincinnati Reds, where you’ll be at the heart of America’s favorite pastime – baseball! As a J1 student, you’ll immerse yourself in a unique cultural experience while working in a dynamic and fun environment.


Your Role:

– Ice Cream Stand: Scoop happiness! Serve a variety of delicious ice creams and frozen treats, bringing smiles to fans of all ages.

– Hot Dog Stand: Be part of a classic American experience! Grill and serve hot dogs, adding all the favorite toppings that make game day special.

– Pizza Concession: Toss up fun! Prepare and serve slices of mouth-watering pizza, a crowd favorite at any sporting event.

– Beer stand attendant: Join the party at the Great American Ballpark as a Beer Stand Attendant! Serve up cool drinks with a smile and be the heartbeat of the fun.


Skills you’ll develop:

– Customer Service Excellence: Learn how to interact with customers from all walks of life, providing top-notch service that enhances their game day experience.

– Teamwork: Collaborate with a diverse team, building friendships and professional relationships that cross cultural boundaries.

– Time Management: Master the art of working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring efficient service during those exciting game rushes.


Support for You:

– Orientation and Training: Receive comprehensive training to prepare you for your role, making sure you feel confident and ready.

– Continuous Support: Our friendly staff is always here to help, ensuring you have a rewarding and enjoyable summer.


Job Experience: Culinary Attendant at Great American Ballpark

Fuel the excitement at the Great American Ballpark as a Kitchen Attendant! Craft gourmet burgers and chop fresh fruits and veggies, turning every game day into a flavorful experience. 

Join us for a sizzling opportunity – apply now and be part of the kitchen crew that adds a dash of culinary magic to the ballpark buzz!


Dive into the bustling world of ballpark cuisine at the Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati! We’re looking for enthusiastic kitchen staff to join our team, where you’ll be an essential part of creating memorable dining experiences for baseball fans.


Dive into the bustling world of ballpark cuisine at the Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati! We’re looking for enthusiastic kitchen staff to join our team, where you’ll be an essential part of creating memorable dining experiences for baseball fans.



Second Job

Finding a second job as a J-1 student in Cincinnati, or anywhere in the USA, requires understanding the regulations set by the J-1 visa program. Here are some tips to help you in your search:

  • Maintain Good Standing: Ensure that your second job doesn’t affect your primary job. It’s essential to maintain good standing with your primary employer to avoid any complications.
  • Keep Detailed Records: Maintain accurate records of your employment, including pay stubs, contracts, and communication related to your work. This documentation may be necessary for visa compliance or future immigration processes.
  • Notify Relevant Authorities: If you secure a second job, inform your primary employer and your designated J-1 program sponsor about the additional employment. This transparency can help in ensuring compliance and addressing any concerns.

Find Your Next Job

Tips to find a second job: 

  • Online Job Portals: Websites like Indeed, Glassdoor, and specific job boards for students might have listings for part-time or seasonal work suitable for J-1 visa holders.
  • Local Businesses and Services: Visit local stores, restaurants, cafes, and other businesses in your area. Sometimes they have openings and might be willing to hire students.

Prohibited Placements

The following jobs are not allowed on the Work Travel Program and this list is not exhaustive. 

Under program regulations and/or IWT program rules, participants cannot be employed in the following positions or any:

  • position that could bring notoriety or disrepute to the Exchange Visitor Program.
  • Any position that requires licensing.
  • A domestic employee (child care, chauffeurs, gardeners, etc.),
  • Where host companies have experienced layoffs in the preceding 120 days and have workers on lockout or on strike.
  • Where host companies displace domestic U.S. workers at worksites where they will place program participants.
  • Positions requiring work hours that fall predominantly between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am.
  • Declared hazardous to youth including poultry and meat processing; work involving heavy construction machinery or commercial bakery equipment, with the exception of portable counter top mixers and certain pizza dough rollers
  • Positions that would require sustained physical contact with others (e.g., body piercing, tattooing, massage, manicure).
  • Involved in gaming or gambling that include direct participation in wagering and/or betting.
  • In chemical pest control, warehousing, catalogue/online order distribution centers.
  • With travelling fairs or itinerant concessionaires (i.e. traveling carnival crew).
  • For which there is another specific J visa category (e.g., camp counselors, babysitters, teachers, unpaid internship)
  • In NAICS Goods-Producing Industries occupational categories, including, but not limited to, construction, manufacturing, and seafood processing.
  • Adult entertainment industry jobs, even in a retail role; escort services, adult book/video stores, and strip clubs
  • Working with Animals
  • Babysitting
  • Camp – as a counselor or even work within a camp or environment primarily surrounded by children
  • Coach of children
  • Crew member on ships or airplanes, or as pilots
  • Domestic labor
  • Factories, manufacturing, warehouses, retail shipping-packing operations( ANY AMAZON WAREHOUSE JOB IS NOT ALLOWED )
  • Health care positions interacting with patients
  • Independent contractors (i.e. “1099” filers)
  • Janitorial work in office buildings (housekeeping in hospitality industry is alright)
  • Landscaping and Mechanical Maintenance
  • Mall kiosk jobs (retail stores within a mall are alright)
  • Medical or veterinary work
  • Modeling agencies
  • As operators or drivers of vehicles or vessels for which drivers’ licenses are required regardless of
  • whether the person carries passengers or not
  • Pedicab or rolling chair drivers or operators.
  • Pharmaceutical services or any job that requires direct patient contact or dispensing of medication
  • Positions that are substantially commission-based and thus do not guarantee that a participant will be paid minimum wage in accordance with federal and state standards for all hours worked
  • Sales jobs involving purchasing sales merchandise to resell (door-to-door sales)
  • Seafood processing
  • Staffing agencies – employment through a staffing agency or “Professional Employment Organization”
  • “Staffing/employment agency: A U.S. business that hires individuals for the sole purpose of supplying workers to other businesses. Typically, the other businesses where workers are placed pay an hourly fee per employee to the staffing/employment agency, of which the worker receives a percentage.” [§ 62.10 Definitions. General Provisions]
  • Teacher
  • Working with children or the elderly as caregivers
  • Any position with a company that refuses to provide a copy of a business license (or equivalent) and/or a copy of a valid workers’ compensation insurance policy (where required by state law).
  • Any position for which a temporary or seasonal need does not exist or cannot be clearly demonstrated.
  • Positions at single-guard pools;
  • Positions that involve the use of deli slicers;
  • Positions that are not compensated hourly e.g. piece wages, stipends, etc.;
  • Positions as an independent contractor/hired on a 1099 form;
  • ​With employers who hire J-1 students for 3 seasons (spring, summer, winter)​
  • Positions in waste management, janitorial, or custodial positions; 
  • Locations where telephone and Internet communication is not accessible.

Please refer to http://j1visa.state.gov/ for more information.


Restricted Employers

  • Hands On Labor
  • Unlimited Bikes
  • YMCA
  • Tour Central Park Inc. (www.bikerent.ync)
  •  Pier 66 Maritime
  •  Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, San Diego
  •  Reunion by Chef Art Smith, Chicago 
  •  Lakeshore Sport and Fitness at Maggie Daley Park, Chicago 
  •  Life Time Fitness, Chicago 
  •  16 Handles, Brooklyn 
  •  Catering by Michaels
  •  Stone Street Tavern ltd (added March 2023)
  •  Arimaw Productions (added March 2023)
  •  Dee’s Concessions (added March 2023)
  •  Watermark Concessions (Added March 2023)
  •  Nikolas Pizza (Added March 2023)
  •  Annie’s Hot Dogs (added April 2023)
  •  Dorrians Red Hand (added April 2023)
  •  Earl’s Restaurant Somerville, Massachusetts (added May 2023)
  •  Twisted Spoke, Chicago (added May 2023)
  •  Cream, Bearkley (added May 2023)
  •  Primark (added May 2023)
  •  Kite Loft, Ocean City, MD (added Sept 2023)
  •  San Diego Zoo, CA (added Nov 2023)

Find Your Next Job

Are you looking for a 2nd summer job in Cincinnati? We can help connect J1 students with employers in the Cincinnati area. Our team is dedicated to making sure you find a job that fits your skills and interests; we want to help you make a little extra $$ for your travels and to buy gifts for your friends and family back home! 

Ready to look for a second job? Fill out this form and we will help connect you with possible employers!