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Front Desk Associate

Breckenridge Grand Vacations, Breckenridge, CO, United States


Front Desk Associate
Location:

Grand Timber Lodge

Position Type:

Full-Time Non-Exempt

Compensation:

$23.00 - $26.50/hr. DOE

Schedule:

Varied including evenings, weekends and holidays

About the Role
Breckenridge Grand Vacations, consistently recognized as a Top National Workplace, is seeking a professional Front Desk Associate to deliver exceptional guest experiences at our premier mountain resort property. As the cornerstone of our guest services team, you’ll bring a polished demeanor, technical proficiency, and a commitment to excellence in hospitality all while Sharing Smiles with every interaction. Turn your passion for service into an extraordinary Colorado lifestyle, complete with resort perks, a vibrant work environment, and the fulfillment of creating unforgettable mountain getaways. Join us in making every guest’s stay as memorable as the peaks they came to explore!

Key Responsibilities

Execute flawless check-in/check-out procedures for owners and guests

Serve as resort concierge for dining, activities, and local recommendations

Handle reservation modifications and ownership inquiries

Coordinate daily arrivals/departures with Housekeeping and Engineering

Maintain accurate guest folios and night audit documentation

Operate resort telephone system and switchboard

Enforce resort policies with professionalism

Resolve guest concerns per "End of the Line" service philosophy

Maintain pristine front desk and retail areas

Requirements

Minimum 1 year customer service experience in hospitality or related field

Professional communication skills (verbal and written)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and property management systems

Ability to lift 50 pounds for luggage assistance

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in hospitality management or related field

Previous front desk experience in upscale resort environment

Bilingual capabilities

Career Advancement Pathway
Front Desk Associates may advance to FDA II ($24.25-$27.88/hr.) after 90 days by demonstrating proficiency in six core areas: property operations, reservations systems, night audits, activities, retail management, and leadership duties.

Promotion requires supervisor-verified skills assessments, 95%+ system accuracy, and zero unresolved guest complaints.

Cross-Property Operations

Shadow shifts at all properties

Parking/violator checks

Verified by: Supervisor observation + checklist

TSW Systems

Points/partial stay reservations

Owner relations protocols

Verified by: Live system demonstration

Night Audit

Folio balancing & Shift-4 transactions

Bank drops

Verified by: 3 error-free solo audit shifts

Activities

Escape Room hosting

Activity kit preparation

Verified by: 4.5+ guest satisfaction scores

Market

Inventory audits

Vendor orders

Verified by: 100% monthly inventory accuracy

MOD

SOP creation

Post-stay survey responses

Verified by: 3 supervised MOD shifts

Compensation & Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance plans

Company-paid life insurance coverage

Voluntary Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance

HSA and FSA-Dependent Care Accounts

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off (PTO) and sick leave to support work-life balance

Volunteer Time Off - Paid opportunities to give back to Summit County

Bereavement leave

Biannual bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Wellness programs to support physical and mental health

Lifestyle perks: Ski/Rec center pass loan programs, lodging and gear discounts, sporting/concert event tickets, pet insurance partner discounts and access to Summit Medallions: Occasional-use transferable passes for access to 6 premier resorts (A-Basin to Vail) via owners’ program.

About Our Company
Breckenridge Grand Vacations is a locally owned resort developer with a 40-year history in Summit County. We've been recognized as a Top Workplace for our employee-focused culture and commitment to responsible growth and giving back to the place we call home.

Applications will be accepted until April 28, 2026.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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