Public Area Attendant

Songteller Hotel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Songteller Hotel in Nashville is seeking a detail-oriented Public Area Attendant to enhance guest experiences. This role involves maintaining the beauty and cleanliness of public spaces, ensuring that every guest enjoys a polished environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous hotel experience, a strong attention to detail, and a team-oriented mindset to support various departments. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant hospitality venture inspired by Dolly Parton.

Qualifications

• Must maintain impeccable cleanliness and presentation of all public areas.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of lobby, corridors, and restrooms.
• Respond to guest requests promptly and warmly.
• Assist with event space upkeep.

Skills

Attention to detail

Guest experience focus

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Previous hotel experience

Housekeeping or cleaning experience

Job description

Herschend is seeking adetail-oriented Public Area Attendant tohelp build a unique guest experienceforour newest hospitality venture, Dolly Parton’sSongTeller Hotel, locatedin the heart of Downtown Nashville.The ideal candidateleads withheart for hospitality andhasan exceptional talent for orchestratingseamlessguest experiences.Withequalpartsintegrity, creativity and operationalexpertise, thisteam memberwillensureSongTellerdeliversservicethat’sas genuine and memorable as Dollyherself.

Inspired by Dolly Parton's epic career and trailblazing spirit, Dolly Parton’sSongTeller Hotel in Nashville is as unique as the global icon herself. Dolly welcomes guests to a place where they can Love Every Moment; it is a place to unplug, to connect with loved ones and to be entertained.

The Public AreaAttendant position offers an extraordinary opportunity to propel the arrival experience excellence and hospitality identity for Dolly Parton’sSongTeller Hotel featuring 245 rooms, two F&BEntertainment venues, a market, and Dolly Parton’s Museum. Personalizing all aspects of the hotel’s welcome moment, ensuring every touchpoint reflects these seamless, authentic, and memorable experience guests expect of SongTeller Hotel. This role will be highly rewarding for a visionary, hands‑on and guest‑focused host with a demonstrated history of building strong relationships and operating with excellence while driving timeless and unforgettable guest experiences.

SongTeller Hotel Nashville is more than just a place to rest your head, it's a hub of music, style, and hospitality designed the Dolly‑way. Sprinkled with glamour, artistic surprises and a sense of humor - it's an experience as unforgettable as the entertainer herself. SongTeller Hotel celebrates the people, talent and setting of the destination, weaving the local music and culinary scenes together. So come experience the unique charm, and hospitality that could only be created by the iconic hostess herself!

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Public Area Attendant is responsible for maintaining the beauty, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere of all public spaces throughout the hotel. As a visible presence on the floor, this role embodies gracious Southern hospitality–ensuring every guest experiences a space that feels warm, polished, and thoughtfully cared for.
• Maintain impeccable cleanliness and presentation of all public areas including lobby, corridors, restrooms, elevators, and lounges
• Create a consistently inviting atmosphere by paying attention to detail, ambiance, and overall guest impression
• Refresh and restock public restrooms with linens, amenities, and supplies throughout the day
• Dust, polish, vacuum, and mop surfaces to ensure a pristine and well‑kept environment
• Respond promptly and warmly to guest requests, offering assistance with a hospitable, can‑do attitude
• Support the housekeeping team by assisting with linen delivery, light housekeeping tasks, or special projects as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of entrances, outdoor areas, and high‑traffic spaces
• Identify and report maintenance issues, safety concerns, or repair needs
• Ensure cleaning equipment and supplies are used safely and stored properly
• Assist with event space upkeep and transitions when required
• Uphold hotel brand standards, presentation, and service expectations at all times

This job description is not an “all-inclusive’ list of the duties and responsibilities of this position or of the skills and abilities required to perform this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous hotel experience preferred in upscale, lifestyle or luxury hotel setting.
• Work background reflects a successful track record of accomplishment and growth in hospitality operations with proven experience leading multi‑departmental hotel operations
• Passion for delivering elevated guest experiences and attention to detail
• Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling 25–50lbs
• Professional appearance and demeanor aligned with luxury boutique standards
• Team‑oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues across departments
• High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail
• A love for storytelling through the guest experience
• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience preferred, ideally in a hotel or luxury setting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks and lift required items
• Positive attitude and team‑oriented mindset
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain consistency in standards
• Respectful, integrity, and professional demeanor
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays

ABOUT DOLLY PARTON'S SONGTELLER HOTEL & HERSCHEND

Dolly Parton’sSongTeller Hotel is the newest hospitality venture of Herschend. Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family‑held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

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