Lodge Hosts/Managers - Big Creek , ID

We are seeking two people to operate our lodge, starting full time in May until mid Oct 2019.  The two people will share a room in the lodge, which accommodates up to 8 guests plus up to 12 more in other buildings.  Both will report to a supervisor. 

JOB DUTIES:

• Understanding and embracing the vision
• Cheerfully greeting guests, assisting with questions, helping coordinate activities, etc
• Planning, preparing and serving all meals and drinks (including wine/beer)
• Ordering and storing/handling food to Idaho Board of Health standards
• Managing merchandise inventory and sales
• Cleaning lodge & guest rooms, duplex and yurt & maintaining clean linens, dishes, etc
• Planning for guests via reservation data from website
• Collecting cash/credit card payments for services and goods & basic record keeping
• Mowing and watering lawn; irrigating pasture
• Maintaining buildings and equipment, performing minor maintenance as needed
• Cutting/splitting firewood as needed
• Communicating with IAF supervisor with updates and needs
• Disposing of garbage
• Assisting in collecting donations for IAF on site
• Promoting Big Creek Lodge via website/social media posts
• Delegating appropriate work to volunteers when available
• Understanding and meeting operational requirements of USFS Special Use Permit
• Maintaining productive relationships with USFS, Edwardsburg neighbors, outfitters, etc
• Managing controllable costs
• Assisting customers with emergencies, and other issues as needed
• Other appropriate duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Must be over 19 years old and able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work indoors & outdoors in varying weather (cold/heat, smoke, occasional snow, etc)
• Idaho Health and Welfare food handling certification, which can be arranged prior to start date
• Applicants should have strong communication skills and meet well with the public
• Applicants must be in good health and physically capable of performing the duties described
• Ability to ‘think on feet’, take initiative and solve problems while in a remote location.
• Desire to please visitors and have an aptitude for hospitality
• Average computer skills with Excel or QuickBooks, for financial reporting
• Ability to develop/execute ideas that can grow occupancy and/or improve customer experience
• Willingness to work extra hours as needed during busy times while enjoying long breaks during slow times                                                                                                                 Continued…

• OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS:
• First Aid Training (Wilderness First Aid, First Responders, AED training, CPR, etc)
• Culinary and or Hospitality Training
• Experience in ‘off the grid’ systems (hydroelectric, propane, septic, etc)
• Commercial Driving License

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Salary is negotiable commensurate with applicable skills and experience
• Free Room and Meals (alcohol not included)
• Up to $2000 pp in performance incentives, criteria to be agreed upon prior to starting work
• Managers will have latitude to run the Lodge with their judgement assuming key measures are met and policies are coordinated/approved by the IAF Supervisor
• Enjoyment of the local area and outdoor activities during slow times and time off. Potential for 2-4 days off per month, and possible assistance during busy times using volunteers
• Sense of accomplishment and pride in working in a unique and beautiful location
• Worker’s Compensation, Social Security, Employment Taxes

2019  SEASON:

The lodge opening date is May 24, 2019.  The successful candidates will start around May 1 to have time to learn the infrastructure systems, assist in setting up the lodge, refine processes, and procure inventory.

OTHER INFO & HOW TO APPLY:

Successful applicants will meet requirements and preferred skills above, be legally eligible to work in the US, and if a job offer is tendered, will supply a motor vehicle report, agree to a drug test and background check that results in satisfactory findings.