Hospitality Attendant | State College Fairfield Inn

Shaner Hotels; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaner Hotels at Fairfield Inn & Suites State College is seeking a friendly breakfast attendant to welcome guests and support a smooth morning service.

You will set up and maintain the breakfast bar, assist in serving, and ensure cleanliness and safety. One year of customer service is preferred; bilingual English/Spanish a plus; food safety certification preferred. Join a team committed to hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year customer service experience; previous hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Knowledge of local activities and attractions appropriate for clientele.
• Food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, greet and interact with guests in the breakfast and lobby area.
• Setup, service, maintenance, and breakdown of the breakfast bar line; prepare specified food items at the breakfast bar, replenishing food and assist in serving food from the breakfast bar line to the guests, courteously and efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity at our Fairfield Inn & Suites State College. Conveniently located in the heart of Happy Valley, our hotel is just minutes from Penn State University, Beaver Stadium, the Bryce Jordan Center, Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, and many of the area's top business and leisure destinations.

Our 83-room hotel is known for delivering award-winning hospitality and exceptional guest service. Guests enjoy spacious accommodations featuring plush Marriott bedding, complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi, in-room coffee makers, ergonomic workspaces, and individual climate control. Additional amenities include a complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, and business center, providing everything travelers need for a comfortable and productive stay.

If you're passionate about hospitality and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences, Fairfield Inn & Suites State College offers an outstanding opportunity to build your career with Shaner Hotels. Join our team and be part of a company committed to excellence, teamwork, and professional growth.

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e‑commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintains standards of quality and cleanliness throughout daily assignments.
• Observes all house and safety rules, food handling procedures, and security procedures.
• Assist with inventories as scheduled.
• Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Welcome, greet and interact with guests in the breakfast and lobby area. Responsible for the setup, service, maintenance, and breakdown of the breakfast bar line; prepare specified food items at the breakfast bar, replenishing food and assist in serving food from the breakfast bar line to the guests, courteously and efficiently in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year customer service experience; previous hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co‑workers to their understanding.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Knowledge of local activities and attractions appropriate for clientele.
• Food safety certification preferred.