Night Auditor (The Athenaeum Hotel)/Seasonal Employment

About the role

The Athenaeum Hotel is a part of the Chautauqua Hotel Company, which operates the Chautauqua Hotel during the summer season from late June through late August. The position involves operating computers with accounting software, recording financial information, and providing customer service.

Responsibilities

• Complete end-of-day processes and post daily final numbers for the Athenaeum Hotel.
• Operate computers with accounting software to record, summarize, and analyze financial information.
• Receive, audit, and record monies, credit/gift card transactions, and cash or POS Sales.
• Debit, credit, and total accounts in Excel while checking for mathematical accuracy.
• Reconcile and report discrepancies.
• Compile statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.
• Follow proper cash and credit card handling procedures.
• Accurately complete paperwork and cash-out procedures.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of technology solutions used at the front desk.
• Provide overnight guests with excellent customer service while taking reservations, answering questions, and completing check-in/out procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
• Address guest requests and concerns immediately and always with a professional attitude.
• Answer and transfer all incoming telephone calls using proper telephone etiquette.
• Provide safety and security for the hotel and its guests.
• Follows the hotel key control procedures at all times.

Requirements

No specific requirements are listed in the job posting.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are listed in the job posting.

Skills

No specific skills are listed in the job posting.

Benefits

No specific benefits are listed in the job posting.

Pay

About Your Compensation: Compensation for this position starts at $18.00/Hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $20.00/Hour.

Schedule

About The Schedule: Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement. While You Will Confirm Your Final Schedule With Management At The Time Of An Interview And Offer Of Employment, You Should Generally Anticipate The Following Schedule Options For This Position: Schedules are eight-hour shift with a start time 11p.m. for a total of 24-40 hours per week. The schedule will be dependent on seasonal hours of business, sales volume, and employee status (full-time/seasonal or part-time/seasonal). Scheduled hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. Part-time work is available pre/post the summer season (mid-April to late-October).

About Living On The Grounds

About Living On The Grounds: No employer-provided housing is available for this position, including onsite and off-grounds options. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

About Chautauqua Institution

About Chautauqua Institution: Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience

About Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience: There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA

About Our Commitment to IDEA: Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.

Joining Our Talent Community

About Joining Our Talent Community: Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.