Looking for people familiar with Yellowstone/Teton area to help in the Off Season!

Posted: Aug 13, 2026

Front Desk

Blue Buffalo Resort

Island Park, Idaho

Wages/Pay
$15.00 - $20.00 / hour
Experience Level
No experience required
Job Start Date
Sep 16, 2026

Blue Buffalo Resort is looking for seasonal help from September-March. End of season date is dependent on Island Park Snow Levels. Opportunity to stay on year-round and advance into management for excellent employees. 

Primary responsibilities will be Front Desk with some housekeeping assistance later in the season. 

PLEASE NOTE: Island Park experiences an EXTREME winter. Average annual snowfall exceeds 20ft. Temperatures are regularly 0F to -40F. If you do not like cold weather we would love to have you apply for our summer season. Island Park is world renowned for snowmobiling activities during the winter, and this is where all of our tourism comes from. 

Front Desk Attendant Duties: 

• Use multiple systems to check guests in and manage reservations 

• Manage guest contact & questions over the phone, online, and in person 

• Communicate with resort teams efficiently to satisfy guest needs 

• Assist in providing/facilitating resort amenities: Sauna/Cold Plunge, Fitness Center, Hot Pools, Guest Laundry Room, Fire Pits w/ roasting kits, Lawn Games, etc. 

• Maintain cleanliness of all areas assigned to Front Desk Staff 

• Assist other resort teams as needed with guest requests 

• Assist with Resort Events as needed 

• Assist with continental breakfast as needed

Housekeeping Duties: 

• Clean cabins in a timely manner using a variety of chemicals and cleaning equipment 

• Assist in the commercial laundry: washing, ironing, folding, etc. 

• Keep guest common areas clean: common bathrooms, sauna, pool house, fitness center etc. 

• Provide daily turn-down services for guests as requested 

• Run housekeeping supplies to guests as requested 

• Communicate amongst resort teams to provide the best cabin results possible

Additional Duties: 

• Assist with snow removal using snow blowers and hand shovels if needed 

• Answer after hours phone calls as assigned 

• Light maintenance assistance: resetting breakers, checking hot tub/pool chemicals, changing batteries, etc.

Employees must live on-site at Blue Buffalo Resort and be available for on-call assistance for guests on assigned days. 

End of Season Bonus will be paid out if employees are present for all assigned weekends and holidays.

Blue Buffalo Resort is not able to accommodate J1 or H2B visas for this position.  

How to Apply

Email your resume to: Tiana.Naylor@bluebuffaloresort.com

Contact Info

Blue Buffalo Resort

Blue Buffalo Resort! Nestled in the heart of breathtaking Island Park, Idaho. With 75 cozy cabins and a mouthwatering pizzeria, Located just moments from Yellowstone; every day is an invitation to explore! Hike rugged trails, fish clear waters, kayak scenic rivers, mountain bike through stunning landscapes, or simply soak in nature’s beauty—adventure awaits around every corner.

Location
Idaho
Season
Year Round
Staff size
20-40
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Employee housing on-site and off-site available for full-time team members only.
Family housing available
Yes
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
Yes
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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