Retreat Host

True Friends; Maple Lake (MN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership skills development

Work-life balance

Free meals during summer

Employee Referral Program

Scenic work environment

3% Employer match retirement plan

Fun events

Cabin rental discounts

and more

Job summary

True Friends Retreat Host position at Camp Courage in Maple Lake, MN offers an opportunity to create memorable experiences from arrival to departure. You will support group leaders, ensure stays run smoothly, and help foster a safe, enjoyable environment for guests.

Pay is $16.59 per hour with on‑call pay. Benefits include leadership development, free meals during summer and for hosted groups, and a retirement plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must pass an organizational background check
• Minimum age 18 years or older
• Previous customer service or event planning experience preferred
• Reliable transportation required

Responsibilities

• Review and assist with meeting space set-up prior to events
• Support guest check-in and check-out, remaining on call through the duration of each stay
• Communicate with group leaders and team members via phone, text, and in person as needed
• Check in with guests during mealtimes to ensure satisfaction and address concerns
• Manage and adjust schedules in response to group or program needs
• Relay guest feedback, hosting updates, and operational needs to the manager
• Conduct general cleaning and upkeep of cabins and public buildings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Event planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Team coordination

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a True Friends Retreat Host, you'll help create memorable experiences for our guests by providing outstanding service from check-in through check-out. You'll support group leaders, ensure their stay runs smoothly, and play a key role in making every visit safe, enjoyable, and seamless. This is a rewarding opportunity to make meaningful impact while welcoming guests to our beautiful camp environment.

Location: Camp Courage - Maple Lake, MN

Pay:$16.59 p/hr with on call pay

• Opportunities to gain and grow leadership skills
• Support a healthy work-life balance
• Free meals during summer months and when hosting groups receiving food service
• Employee Referral Program
• Scenic and inspiring work environment
• Retirement Savings Plan with opportunity for 3% Employer Match
• Fun, organization-wide Events
• Cabin Rental Discounts
• ...and more!

How You'll Contribute

• Review and assist with meeting space set-up prior to events
• Support guest check-in and check-out, remining on call through the duration of each stay
• Communicate with group leaders and team members via phone, text, and in person as needed
• Check in with guests during mealtimes to ensure satisfaction and address concerns
• Manage and adjust schedules in response to group or program needs
• Relay guest feedback, hosting updates, and operational needs to the manager
• Conduct general cleaning and upkeep of cabins and public buildings
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Must be able to pass an organizational background study
• Be a minimum age of 18 years or older
• Previous customer service or event planning experience preferred

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Previous customer service or event planning experience preferred
• Reliable transportation required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate verbally
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, and move continually during working hours
• Ability to feel objects and use fingers to operate tools and controls

About Us

True Friends is a nonprofit organization providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends' programs include camp, respite, retreats, team building, therapy and adaptive riding, and travel; serving over 25, 000 individuals annually.