Does Schlitterbahn pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Schlitterbahn employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Schlitterbahn. This rating has decreased by 10% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Schlitterbahn?

68% of Schlitterbahn employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Schlitterbahn 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Schlitterbahn?

Lifeguard (68) , Bartender (8) , LIfe Guard (7) , Cashier (6) , Operations Supervisor (6) , Summer Lifeguard (5) , Supervisor (5) , HR Intern (4) , Human Resources Intern (4) , Photographer (4) , Security Guard (4) , Admissions Cashier (3) , Food and Beverage (3) , Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (3) , Manager (3)

What are the pros of working at Schlitterbahn according to real employee reviews?

"Excellent atmosphere and good people" ((in 27 reviews)); "Free admission into park and free family tickets" ((in 9 reviews)); "Friendly coworkers." ((in 7 reviews)); "Fun work environment." ((in 6 reviews)); "A lot of hours and good money" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Schlitterbahn according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and a lot of leads aren’t very good at managing" ((in 33 reviews)); "Low pay and can get boring to sit for hours" ((in 29 reviews)); "Poor management." ((in 14 reviews)); "lots of customer interaction and short breaks" ((in 10 reviews)); "it’s a hot summer , long hours" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Schlitterbahn locations?

New Braunfels , Galveston , Corpus Christi , South Padre Island , Kansas City , San Antonio , Williamsburg , Austin , Friendswood , Houston , Cibolo , Victoria , Galveston , Galveston Island

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Schlitterbahn

Part of Six Flags

Schlitterbahn reviews

3.6

68% would recommend to a friend

(274 total reviews)

Richard Zimmerman

71% approve of CEO

47% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

3.2

Work/Life balance

Schlitterbahn has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 274 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Schlitterbahn employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry (3.9 stars).

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Reviews by job title

274 reviews

3.0

Apr 7, 2026

Fun culture and great entry-level opportunities, but seasonal instability

Operations supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fun, energetic company culture with strong teamwork and social environment Good entry-level employer with opportunities to gain leadership and operational experience quickly Perks like free park admission, discounts, and a unique workplace setting Large, well-known brand (now under Six Flags) with structured operations and established systems

Cons

Seasonal nature of the business can limit job stability and long-term growth Long hours and demanding conditions, especially during peak summer months Inconsistent management quality across departments or locations Pay can be relatively low for the workload in some roles

3.0

Feb 23, 2026

We will see

Lifeguard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Team building, discounts on food, free entry

Cons

Long hours, hydration and tiring

3.0

Dec 10, 2025

alright

Supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good hours when you can get them.

Cons

seasonal job hours, but its expected

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Jobs at Schlitterbahn

Park Services Team Member (Ages 16+) - Summer Seasonal Job

Admissions/ Retail Team Member (Ages 14+) - Summer Seasonal Job