Front Desk Agent - Cedar Creek Lodge

Xanterra Travel Collection; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated Front Desk Agent to join their team at Cedar Creek Lodge, located at the gateway to Glacier National Park. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy providing exceptional service to guests. As part of the Lodging team, you'll be responsible for ensuring a smooth check-in and check-out process, managing reservations, and assisting guests with local information. With a commitment to personal growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful location while contributing to a memorable guest experience.

Benefits

Free Glacier National Park pass

Free Red Bus Tours

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

Planned employee trips and activities

15% Verizon service/products discount

$350 Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Programs

Learning and Development Programs

Qualifications

• Strong communication and people skills are essential.
• Ability to handle guest concerns in a caring manner.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding service from check-in to check-out.
• Handle reservations and provide local information.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Hospitality Management Degree

Tools

Property Management System (PMS) Opera

General Office Equipment

Job description

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Overview

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodging team at the Cedar Creek Lodge in Columbia Falls, the gateway to Glacier National Park!

Cedar Creek Lodge is a 3-diamond hotel open year-round in Columbia Falls, Montana. We depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

Overview

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodging team at the Cedar Creek Lodge in Columbia Falls, the gateway to Glacier National Park!

Cedar Creek Lodge is a 3-diamond hotel open year-round in Columbia Falls, Montana. We depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring for a Front Desk Agent to Live. Work. Explore. in the gateway to Glacier National Park!

Job Summary:

As a Front Desk Agent, you’ll deliver outstanding service from check-in to check-out, handle reservations, and provide helpful local info, all while keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. If you’re organized, personable, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the role for you.

The Details:

Position Type: Part-Time, Year-Round

Start Date: Immediately

Pay: $17.50/hour

Schedule: Typical schedule is 16-24 hours/week; 2-3 shift/week; 3pm-11pm (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Housing: Employee housing or RV sites not available

About Columbia Falls:

Just west of Glacier National Park lies a collection of communities who proudly welcome millions of visitors each year to the Glacier Gateway area. Columbia Falls - a lively Montana town with many locally owned shops, restaurants, breweries, and summer farmers markets - is the ideal home base for exploring Glacier National Park and the 2.4 million acres in Flathead National Forest.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs
  
  

Perks:

• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!
  
  

Responsibilities

Guest Relations and Service:

• Maintain positive guest relations at all times
• Answer questions and provide accurate information about area facilities, activities, and attractions
• Handle guest problems and complaints, resolving issues to guest satisfaction
• Educate guests on company environmental policies
  
  

Reservations and Check-In/Out:

• Register guests, assign rooms, and issue keys securely
• Make, confirm, and cancel reservations
• Handle all aspects of group tour arrivals and check-ins
• Prepare guest folios and statements for checkout
• Process payments and balance receipts/transactions at end of shift
  
  

Communication and Information Management:

• Answer phones promptly using proper etiquette
• Take accurate messages and relay information
• Coordinate wake-up calls and handle guest mail
• Operate PBX switchboard for calls
• Maintain up-to-date guest room lists
  
  

Financial Responsibilities:

• Follow cash handling procedures and secure bank
• Post charges to guest accounts
• Reconcile transactions and verify daily drop amounts
• Understand and follow PCI compliance guidelines
  
  

Other Duties:

• Assist with retail sales where applicable
• Handle lost and found items according to procedures
• Follow emergency and safety protocols
• Maintain clean and organized workspace
• Assist other departments as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong communication and people skills. Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.
• General computer skills and knowledge of common office machines, i.e., computers, typewriters, calculators, cash registers, etc. required.
• Knowledge of Property Management System (PMS) Opera preferred.
• Basic Sales and Accounting skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow instruction accurately.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and move through them in an efficient manner.
• Ability to interact with diverse peoples and help resolve any issues.
• Ability to work quickly and thoroughly under pressure.
• Must be flexible and open to changes in procedures.
• Must be friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic and courteous in dealing with guests and co-workers.
• Must be able to handle guest concerns in a tactful and caring manner.
• Must be team-oriented.
• Must possess neat and pleasant grooming habits.
• Must be knowledgeable of Glacier National Park’s history and points of interest.
• Must have good organizational skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements include:

• Able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Standing for up to eight hours per shift.
• Requires bending, stretching and reaching throughout a shift up to 8 hours.
• Working with required chemicals.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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