Front Desk / Sales - Keystone, SD

We are looking for a couple that is friendly and outgoing.

Sales Job Description

 - To walk the yard and interact with customers

 - Help customers with their purchases

 - Do various menial tasks

Front Desk Job Description

 - Log and receive money for orders

 - Log shipping information

 - Interact with customers

 - Do various menial tasks

Hours

 - 20 hours a week

Compensation

 - Free campsite with 50 amp/water/sewage included

 - The spots are in Keystone, within walking distance from Dahl's Chainsaw Art

Dates

 - We are looking for people for the months of May - September

 - You do not have to work all the months, but we are looking for people that are willing to at least work one month in total

 - First come first serve for locking in dates to work

 - We have three couple openings each month

Summer Operations and Maintenance Manager Position - Healy, AK

We are looking for an energetic, professional, and responsible person or couple to operate its small accommodation business during the summer of 2020.

Responsibilities include • Taking reservations and managing the online reservation system; • Daily housekeeping and laundry; • Preventative maintenance and responding to unexpected maintenance issues; • Guest check-in/check-out and assistance with travel plans in the area and around the state; • General bookkeeping to track expenses and income; and • Availability 24/7 to take calls from guests and provide assistance in person or over the phone. This is a contract position that will be paid $6000/month for the three months that Park’s Edge is open (May 25-August 25). Housing is not provided as part of this position.

Seasonal Resort Job Openings - Mill Creek, CA

We are now scheduling interviews for our 2020 summer season. Located 10 miles from the southwest entrance to Lassen National Park and 20 miles from Lake Almanor. Our Resort is a boutique resort with 7 cottages, a restaurant and full bar. It is the perfect place to escape the bustle of city life and reconnect with the natural environment.

We have openings in food and beverage, innkeeping and maintenance and are anticipating a busy summer after five years of growth. We offer limited employee housing that will fill up quickly along with opportunities for RV/Van parking in the adjacent RV park operated by our partners at the Village at Child’s Meadow.

Our Resort is a wilderness destination with limited internet access and cell service. The closest urban area is over an hour away and the serenity is plentiful. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to experience the outdoors in Northern California, please apply today!

Caretakers / Managers - Grand Isle County, VT

We are looking for a couple / pair to live and work at our State Park, Vermont, from April 26^th through September 12^th. We are looking for two people that will be responsible for the day to day operations and upkeep of nearby Woods Island State Parks. We are a remote 158-acre island located on Lake Champlain’s Inland Sea, and 125-acre Woods Island is located nearby. Both offer picturesque remote camping for visitors on a total of 12 sites between the two islands.

Responsibilities include campsite cleaning and upkeep, trail maintenance, mowing, weed-whacking, and privy cleaning. Will also be responsible for monitoring visitors on campsites and taking walk-in reservations. May also include transporting some visitors to and from campsites from mainland by 22’ boat. The responsibilities will be split between two positions, one assuming the role of Park Manager and the other as Park Attendant. OUPV / 6 Pack Inland License is preferred for Park Manager, recent powerboating experience is required for both positions. CPR/First aid or higher medical certification is required. Must be physically fit as these positions require significant walking and physical labor.

These are paid, full-time seasonal positions with housing included. Accommodations are in a one-bedroom two-story cabin with full kitchen, solar electricity, and outhouse. For more information on this or other positions, or to apply, see the website link under contact information.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Resort Manager / Innkeeper Couple - Whitehorse Yukon

Resort Manager / Innkeeper - Couple, Seasonal or Year Round

Northern Lights Resort & Spa is an award winning Lodge/Resort business catering to customers from all over the globe and we offer All-Inclusive packages for Northern Lights Viewing & Nature – Fun Activities between September to April and operate as an upscale Bed & Breakfast in the summer season from June to August. We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, organized and experienced Resort Manager / Innkeeper Couple for our small boutique Resort located near Whitehorse, Yukon. The Resort is located in the beautiful Southern Lakes region of the Yukon within the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation. Beautiful scenery and extensive history makes the Yukon a significant tourist destination.

This is a live-in position and oversees all aspects of this award winning Resort. The successful candidates will maintain property operations by attracting and serving guests, upholding Resort appearance and ensuring we meet or exceed company goals and targets. This is a great opportunity to meet people from around the world, be creative and live in the great Yukon outdoors. We believe that customer interaction with the Owners and the Management is what makes our Resort special & exclusive, so we are seeking a special individual(s) to assist in all aspects of the business. The ideal individual(s) should embrace the demands of the life of managers / innkeepers with a positive attitude and professional manner. The Resort Manager / Innkeeper Couple will be responsible for creating a warm welcoming environment for all guests. This position is responsible for assuring all guest requests are responded to in a timely manner. This role allows the opportunity for guest interaction and has a direct impact on the guest experience. The job requires someone with a fairly flexible schedule. Typically, 55+ hours/week depends on the season and reservations. Hours also depend on what a candidate can bring, as the owners can use help with a variety of things. The Resort operates 7 days a week from June to early April, so working hours on weekends, evenings and sometimes early mornings is necessary. The owners of the Resort & Spa are very hands-on in all aspects of everyday operations and are reliant on this position to have a focus on excellent customer service, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to create an exceptional guest experience.

The Resort Manager / Innkeeper Couple will be responsible for the daily operations of the Resort which would include the food and beverage department, maintenance, housekeeping, front desk and recreation department, including the day to day staff management, the guest experience and an ambassador for the property. This position will also provide leadership and strategic planning to those departments in support of our service culture, maximized operations and guest satisfaction and will work very closely with Ownership of the Resort.

The Manager Couple assumes total responsibility for assigned location and staff and manages the Resort to assure efficient and profitable operation. Establishes tone for property. Administers employee personnel policies on location. Delegates authority and assigns responsibilities to department heads/staff.

Responsibilities

• Manages (plans, directs, supervises, evaluates, rewards, and disciplines) all tasks performed by department managers and staff.
• Ensures the safety and protection of property, guests and employees.
• Communicates on a frequent basis with Ownership and other central service areas, especially regarding any unusual situations.
• Ensures effective employee assimilation upon arrival. Including; assigning staff accommodations, explanation of policies and expectations, property tour, introduction to department managers for schedule and uniforms, etc.
• Establishes a tone of professionalism, positive thinking, and promotes a culture consistent with organizational values.
• Builds and fosters team environment among all staff members. Model’s the way to promote a positive can-do attitude, ensuring exceptional guest service.
• Works with People & Culture to assist with employee transfers, promotions, coaching, disciplinary action, terminations, etc.
• Meets daily with Department managers/staff to discuss operational needs, occupancy, staff concerns, productivity, daily forecasts, sales goals, etc.
• Holds regularly staff meetings to review performance and update budgets, forecasts, hotel activities, etc.
• Works with Staff Accountant to assign manager’s operating banks. Plans and distributes change to outlets when necessary.
• Works with Chef, F&B manager on food and liquor cost and their controls.
• Reviews and approves all department schedules to ensure efficient staffing and productivity levels are maintained.
• Ensures all staff has the necessary tools to operate. Follows up on operational needs, staffing, training opportunities, etc.
• Resolves guest and employee concerns tactfully and in a timely manner.
• Conducts routine weekly dormitory inspections ensuring safety and cleanliness guidelines are followed.
• Frequently inspects rooms, public areas, and kitchen for cleanliness and condition.
• Will assist in specific departments when necessary.
• Establish, enforces and follows all company policies and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years previous Manager / Innkeeper and guest service management experience is required.
• Hotel / restaurant degree or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Experience in seasonal hotel or concessions operations is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Must possess ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of management.
• Previous experience with public speaking recommended.
• Must be friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic and courteous in dealing with guests and co-workers.
• Must be able to handle guest concerns in a professional and tactful manner.
• Must use tact and discretion due to exposure to confidential matters.

Work Environment

• Hotel & Hospitality operations in a natural environment.
• Job requires working long hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Typically 55+ hours/week.
• Flexible scheduling is required.
• Non-smoking environment
• Drivers Licence required: Canadian Class 5 ( Class 4 licence is an asset )

Job Type: Full Time, seasonal from end of August 2020 to early April 2021 or Year Round from June to April

Compensation & Benefits: You will receive a compensation package which includes a competitive salary and benefits plan

This is a great opportunity for the right individual with knowledge of the hospitality industry and who want to live in a small friendly community where life is lived at a slower pace.

Please note that applicants must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal check.

We thank all applicants, only those who require further screening will be contacted. All applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada.

Camp Host at Vintage Trailer Park - Julian, CA

VINTAGE TRAILER PARK HOST WANTED

Private vintage trailer park in rural San Diego mountains looking for live-in camp host.  Qualities desired:  suave, friendly, creative person with attention to detail (i.e. noticing broken water lines).  The park is for recreation purposes only – there are no full time residents (except hosts).  This is a shared position so although hosts may live on-site full time, hosts will only need to be on-duty for two weeks at a time (two weeks on, two weeks off duty).

Tasks include:  security rounds, stocking bathrooms, monitoring water system, being present at night should something arise (most of your time will be your own because other staff does management, repair and maintenance).  Seasonal tasks include opening/closing the pool and maintaining pellet stoves. Pets and significant others allowed. Selected candidate must have their own trailer. Year-round trailer site and utilities are provided in exchange for minimal hosting responsibilities.  THIS IS AN UNPAID POSITION; however, during summer months limited paid work may be available onsite. Host may have other employment but must be available overnight when on duty.  The town of Julian is 3 miles away and there are paid employment opportunities in town.  Start date middle to late April of 2020 if possible.