Lobby Attendant; Athenaeum Hotel​/Seasonal

Lobby Attendant (The Athenaeum Hotel)/Seasonal Employment

Requisition Number : LOBBY
004589

Posted :
December 22, 2025

Job Type :
Full‑Time

Rate : $16 USD / hour (up to $18 USD with experience)

Location :
The Athenaeum Hotel, 3 S Lake Dr, Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA

The Athenaeum Hotel houses the Heirloom Restaurant and the Lobby Lounge. The hotel operates from late April through October for conferences and events and is fully operational during the Chautauqua Institution summer season, from late June through late August.

Starts at $16.00 per hour and may increase to $18.00 per hour with demonstrated experience and qualifications.

• Maintain cleanliness and order in the hotel lobby and common areas.
• Assist guests with their queries and direct them to the reception desk.
• Remove trash, clean and dust furniture, fixtures, and décor in the lobby and front porch.
• Ensure all lobby and employee restrooms are clean, stocked with supplies, and functioning properly.
• Arrange furniture and maintain the lobby area for guest comfort.
• Report maintenance issues, equipment damages, or safety concerns to the supervisor immediately for resolution.
• Comply with OSHA’s Blood Borne Pathogen and Hazard Communication/Safety Data Standards, including proper use of protective equipment when cleaning up blood or other potentially infectious materials or using cleaning chemicals.
• Establish and maintain cooperative, productive working relationships with team members and management.
• Actively participate in team meetings and training/development programs, including sharing expertise with new hires.
• Report work‑related injuries immediately to manager/supervisor and Human Resources using the appropriate injury report, even if not seeking medical attention.

Chautauqua Institution offers a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees who refer a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90 days from their first physical date of work. For seasonal positions working less than six months, the candidate must remain employed for at least 30 days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season (the last Sunday in August).

Flexible full and part‑time schedules during the season, typically including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Schedules will be confirmed with management during the interview and offer process.

No employer‑provided housing is available. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

Chautauqua Institution is a nonprofit global convener of dialogue on key issues through arts, education, religion, and recreation. Located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State, the institution comes alive each summer with visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. The institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in its strategic plan. It is committed to creating conditions where everyone can participate fully and valuefully in the Chautauqua experience. The institution is an equal‑opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees who can demonstrate experience in IDEA are especially encouraged to apply.

Detail Oriented :
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.

Functional Expert :
Considered a thought leader on a subject.

Team Player :
Works well as a member of a group.

Peer Recognition :
Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers.

Goal Completion :
Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.

Job Security :
Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

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