Summer Hotel and Hospitality Jobs

Alaska has a booming tourism industry, and that means a thriving hospitality industry. Hotels, resorts, and wilderness lodges hire a variety of seasonal employees for administrative and guest service jobs. Many of these summer jobs don’t require previous experience, and it’s sometimes possible to move laterally within a company after gaining experience.

Front Desk Clerk/Night Auditor
Desk clerks take registrations, check in guests, process payment, and otherwise run the front desk. A pleasant, customer-service-oriented personality is important. Night auditors compile revenue information. This job usually requires previous hotel auditing or accounting experience.

Housekeeper/Room Attendant
Housekeepers and room attendants are responsible for daily cleaning of guest rooms and public buildings. Previous experience is helpful, but a focus on cleanliness and attention to detail are vital. Training is usually available.

Laundry Attendant
Laundry attendants clean and process bedding and linens.

Groundskeeper Jobs
Groundskeepers maintain the grounds, including watering, mowing, raking, and some gardening.

Maintenance Staff
Perform general maintenance for vehicles and buildings. Experience should include some or all of the following skills: carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and light vehicle maintenance

Sales/Gift Shop Clerk
Gift shop clerks are responsible for selling souvenirs and other items in gift shops. Previous cashiering and sales experience is often required.

This is only a sample of the many kinds of summer jobs available in the Alaska hospitality industry. Every hotel or resort has different needs. Some smaller companies prefer flexible employees willing to tackle just about any job. A cheerful, friendly attitude is one of the most important traits for hospitality workers.

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