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Discover a workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive! Whether you’re interested in hospitality, food & beverage, safety, behind-the-scenes support roles, lodging operations or even, sailing a boat, we offer a wide variety of opportunities to match your strengths and interests. Enjoy unique perks like a vibrant beachside setting, discounts on food & retail, professional development opportunities and wellness benefits available for all team members! Join in on a welcoming, collaborative team, have fun while you work, and play a meaningful role in creating lifetime memories for our guests and each other!

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Referral Bonus

Employees – Make Money by Referring Your Friends!

Refer a Seasonal Employee = $250
Refer a Full-Time Employee = $500

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Details:

  • Tell them to apply online.
  • Candidate must have your first & last name, and employee number on their application.
  • Rehires are eligible for this bonus if 5 or more years has passed since their departure from the company. 
  • HR, Directors, CEO, COO, CFO, and Mangers in the same department are not eligible for this bonus.
  • Bonuses are taxable.
  • Other conditions apply, contact HR for details.
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Why work for Santa Cruz Seaside Company?

All Employees Receive:

  • Unlimited all day wristbands for yourself and 10 to share with friends & family members
  • Attraction tickets for yourself and friends & family members
  • Discounts on food & retail items
  • Discounts on Season Passes
  • Engagement events, raffles & giveaways
  • Free parking
  • Boardwalk Academy professional development training programs
  • Wellness programs with discounts, reimbursements and incentives
  • Scholarship Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k and Profit Sharing
  • Vacation time
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Life Insurance Buy-Up Options
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance and Travel Assist Programs
  • Bonuses
  • Career development and training
  • Pre-tax child and dependent care accounts
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Together, we create memories for our guests and each other, that last a lifetime.

Find a Wide Variety of Job Opportunities in Santa Cruz!

Join our team and gain valuable skills, lifetime friendships, awesome perks, and the best view around! The Santa Cruz Seaside Company owns and operates the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Boardwalk Bowl, Inns of Santa Cruz, and Chardonnay Sailing Charters.

Check our listings regularly for current openings

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Santa Cruz Seaside Company
Human Resources
605 Beach Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831)460-3377 ext 1
Email: [email protected]

Employment Office Hours
Monday-Sunday 8:00am to 5pm

Transparency In Coverage
In compliance with Transparency in Coverage (TIC) regulations effective July 1, 2022, we are making the machine-readable files (MRFs) for health plans we administer available to the public on the following website.

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1. Advance Purchase Requirement

  • Group orders must be pre-purchased online prior to your visit.
  • On-site group ride wristband purchases will not be available or accommodated.

2. Add-ons

  • MyBoardwalk Cards for food and arcade games can be added at the time of your ride wristband purchase.
  • Please note that all food and game locations are cashless and require a MyBoardwalk Card or other electronic payment methods.
  • Wristbands may be added in a single add-on transaction on the day of your visit. Additional wristbands cannot be added later in the day.

3. Payment

  • Purchase Orders are not accepted.
  • For check payments, please email [email protected] to request an invoice. Be sure to allow up to 3 business days for invoice processing prior to your group visit.
  • Accepted payment methods include: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay, and MyBoardwalk Cards.
  • All purchases must be completed in a single payment transaction.

4. Group Check-In Procedure

  • Your group order will be prepared and available for pick-up on the day of your visit at the Season Pass & Groups Services Office, located at the Main Entrance of the park.
  • The designated group leader must present the order number (for online purchases) or reservation number (for manual invoices) upon arrival at check-in. The leader must also provide the name of the individual who placed the order.
  • Individual printed tickets are not required for each group member.
  • If ride wristbands are included in your order, the entire group must be present at check-in.
  • A staff member is required to wristband individuals who purchased a ride wristband.
  • The group leader is responsible for checking in the full group and confirming which individuals will receive ride wristbands. Wristbands will not be distributed unless the group leader is present.

5. Parking

  • Standard parking rates apply for all group visits.
  • Parking in all Boardwalk lots is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No in-and-out privileges are permitted.
  • Parking fees are charged at a daily flat rate. For current pricing, please visit
    https://beachboardwalk.com/directions.
  • Only school or group charter buses may park free of charge in the River Lot. Buses may unload guests in the street loading zone between Neptune’s Kingdom and the Main Entrance, then proceed to park in the River Lot located at 100 3rd St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
  • Bus parking is limited and not guaranteed. No in-and-out privileges are permitted.

6. Refunds and Exchanges

  • No refunds.
  • Exchanges from ride wristbands to MyBoardwalk Cards (equal to the paid value of the wristband) may be issued for individuals who did not attend.
  • Exchanges will only be honored if the minimum group size of 15 is met and the order is paid in full.
  • The Boardwalk is not responsible for lost wristbands.

7. Supervision of Minors

Chaperones and guardians are responsible for the behavior and supervision of minors in their group. Appropriate conduct is expected at all times. The park does not assume responsibility or liability for unattended minors.

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MyBoardwalk Photos

Capture memories from your visit with 5 photo locations! Choose from an All-Day or All-Season Digital Photo Pass for one low price, plus receive $2 off print packages including photo prints, keychains and magnets.

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Additional Discounts

  • 1x BOGO Laser Tag*– Redeemable at the attraction with your Season Pass card.
  • 1x BOGO Mini Golf*– Redeemable at the attraction with your Season Pass card.
  • 1x BOGO Fright Walk*– Redeemable at the attraction with your Season Pass card.
  • 1x BOGO Laser Maze*– Redeemable at the attraction with your Season Pass card.
  • 1x BOGO $10 MyBoardwalk Card*– Buy one $10 MyBoardwalk Card get one loaded with 10 Bonus Points. Redeemable at any Ticket Booth with your Season Pass card.
  • 1x BOGO Bowling Coupon – Redeemable at Boardwalk Bowl. Coupon will be given with each 2026 Season Pass. Not replaceable if lost or stolen.
  • 4x $5 Off Parking Coupons– Coupon sheet will be given with each 2026 Season Pass. Not replaceable if lost or stolen.

*Offers are entitlements loaded on the card. They cannot be applied without the Season Pass card. Offers must be redeemed at time of purchase.

 

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Bring-a-Friend-for-Free Days

Present your Season Pass at any ticket booth to pick up your wristband for the day, and your friend will receive one free All-Day Rides Wristband!

  • February 7 & 8, 2026*
  • February 28, 2026
  • March 1, 2026
  • June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2026
  • October 24 & 25, 2026
  • November 27, 2026*

One wristband per Season Pass. Friend must be present at the time of redemption for the wristband. No coupon is necessary.
*Please note this is a Limited Rides Day and not all rides will be operating.

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Casino Arcade Free Play

Show your Season Pass at the Casino Arcade entrance and enjoy exclusive free play from 9am-11am!

  • April 18, 2026
  • September 19, 2026

Limit one entry per Season Pass (Season Pass Members under 12 years old may be accompanied by an adult). Redemption/ticket games will be excluded. Valid only in the Casino Arcade. No coupon is necessary.

10% Off Food & Retail

Present your Season Pass card at time of purchase.

Includes Coasters at Boardwalk Bowl.

Discount cannot be applied after transaction.
Screen shots or photos of Season Pass will not be accepted.
Offer not valid for online purchases.

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