Historic Sun Valley Lodge looking for help

Posted: May 18, 2026

Overnight Front Desk Clerk

Sun Valley Resort

Idaho

Wages/Pay
$21.00 / hour
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
ASAP

The Overnight Front Desk Clerk plays a vital role in supporting both guest services and nightly financial operations. This position is responsible for balancing daily transactions, preparing accounting summary reports, and ensuring a seamless overnight guest experience. Working the overnight shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.), this role requires strong attention to detail, accountability, and the ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional guest service standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Balance daily operational transactions and prepare accounting summary reports

  • Complete nightly audit procedures in accordance with established policies

  • Check guests in and out efficiently while providing professional and courteous service

  • Assist guests with inquiries, phone calls, and reservation support as needed

  • Maintain working knowledge of resort amenities, services, and local events

  • Complete overnight checklists and ensure a smooth transition to the morning team

  • Coordinate with other departments to support seamless guest experiences

  • Maintain flexibility to support 24-hour front desk operations, including weekends and holidays

  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; hospitality or accounting experience strongly preferred

  • Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), particularly within a hospitality environment, preferred

  • Proficiency with 10-key by touch preferred

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently during overnight hours

  • Ability to remain focused in a quiet office environment for extended periods

  • Strong verbal communication and guest service skills

  • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays

  • Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, and use hands and arms for gripping, handling, and reaching

  • Ability to safely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

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Sun Valley Resort

Founded in 1936, Sun Valley Resort is America’s oldest ski destination and the West's No. 3 Ski Resort. However, Sun Valley has more than skiing, flaunting three golf courses, two ice rinks, a movie theater, a bowling alley, and 14 world-class restaurants. Sun Valley's Bald Mountain also boasts over 3,100 vertical feet of trails.

Location
Idaho
Season
Summer, Winter, and Year Round
Staff size
1000-1800
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
https://www.sunvalley.com/jobs/
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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