Front Desk Agent - Full-Time, Year-Round - Cedar Creek Lodge

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Glacier NP pass

Glacier tours (free)

Discounts: retail, lodging, travel

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Cedar Creek Lodge in Columbia Falls, Montana, is hiring a Front Desk Agent to deliver outstanding service from check-in to check-out and assist guests with reservations and local information.

The position is full-time year-round with a typical 40-hour schedule, including weekends or evenings. Housing is not provided. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401k matching, and employee perks like park passes and travel discounts.

Qualifications

• Fluent English; strong communication and guest service skills.
• General computer skills and familiarity with standard office machines.
• Knowledge of Opera PMS preferred.
• Ability to learn quickly and work under pressure; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Register guests, assign rooms, issue keys; manage reservations.
• Handle guest questions, bookings, check-ins/outs and payments.
• Coordinate wake-up calls and guest information as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Guest service

Learn quickly

Prioritize tasks

Team oriented

Tools

PMS Opera

Cash register/ POS

Job description

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodgingteam 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: Full-Time, Year-Round
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: $17.80/hr
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Housing: Employee housing or RV sites is 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, Dental, Vision
• 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
• $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.