Guest Service Intern
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Job Title: Guest Service Intern
Department: Operations
Reports To: Director of Guest Services
Apply by: March 20, 2026
Start Date: May 11, 2026
Hourly Wage: $15.25 (non-exempt)
Academic or non-academic applicants accepted
Position Summary: The Guest Service Intern assists in maintaining and communicating Lakeside’s information to guests, residents, and coworkers. The objective is to provide the intern with practical hands-on experience in administrative tasks and office operations by assisting with daily functions to contribute to team efficiency while learning from experienced professionals in a “guest experience” environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (to include other duties as assigned)
- Open and close the administration office as needed
- Check the brown suggestion box outside the administration door for any mail
- Greet guests, homeowners and walk ins, direct people to appropriate department
- Manage and answer phone calls in a professional manner and check and log messages on the answering machine.
- Address guest complaints and acknowledge guests concerns promptly in a professional manner
- Answer inquiries about the calendar of events, ticketing, gates, hotels, cottage rentals, Lakeside rules/ regulations, various Lakeside community organizations, and local attractions; and know how to obtain the information as needed
- Be familiar with department processes (safety services, grounds, maintenance, accounting, campground)
- Print Administration Forms (House Watch, Comments, Lost and Found, etc.) as needed
- Maintain open communication with other front desk staff and Director of Guest Services so there is continuity in response to the public
- Assist with sorting and distributing general mailing, and assessment mailings on an as needed basis
- Send faxes, run copies and laminate for guests, residents and coworkers
- Keep lobby, front desk area, kitchen area, and mail room orderly, clean and uncluttered
- Update displays in the lobby and outdoor brochure pockets; decorate lobby and front desk area seasonally
- Update mail room whiteboard calendar and front desk calendar with key dates and staff out of office
- Operate general office machines (copiers, cash register and credit card machine) and make appropriate monetary transactions
- Maintain and stock general office supplies when needed
- Maintain and stock kitchen supplies when needed
- Keep key log to check-out and check-in Lakeside facilities' and property owners’ keys from the vault
- Register and collect payment for Tram Tours
- Assist with House Watch, and Comments/Complaint Forms
- Acquire knowledge of other guest service departments and provide aid when needed
- Recipient for Lost and Found throughout Lakeside and try to reunite items with their owners as much as possible
- Create nametags for incoming employees
- Ensure that customer relations and guest satisfaction are of the highest priority for all interactions with guests
- Assist in providing a safe atmosphere for all guests at Lakeside
- Other duties as assigned relating to Guest Service throughout the organization
Season Pass Eligibility:
Employees are eligible for a season pass provided they work a minimum of 24 hours per week during the season; employees receiving Lakeside provided housing are required to work a minimum of 32 hours per week. Season passes are for employment use only and must be returned on the employee’s last day of employment.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Education and Experience:
- Academic or non-academic applicants excepted
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk
- Stand for prolonged periods of time
- Must be able to lift/roll/move up 15 pounds
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Apply online at www.lakesideohio.com
Lakeside Chautauqua is an equal opportunity employer.