Lafayette Hotels Boothbay Harbor Inn

Be the Face of a Classic New England Inn

Imagine starting your workday with the smell of salt air drifting in from the Atlantic, lobster boats humming out of the harbor, and guests arriving excited for their Maine vacation. As a Front Desk Clerk at Lafayette Hotels – Boothbay Harbor Inn, you’ll be the first smile every visitor sees and the person who turns a good stay into an unforgettable one.

This is a Work & Travel USA position built for university students who love people, want real hospitality experience on their CV, and dream of spending a summer (and a spectacular New England autumn) on the coast of Maine.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Greeting and checking guests in and out with warmth and professionalism
• Answering phone calls, emails and reservation inquiries
• Processing payments and managing the hotel’s booking system
• Recommending local restaurants, boat tours, hiking trails and hidden gems
• Handling guest requests and solving small problems quickly and politely
• Keeping the lobby and front desk area tidy and welcoming
• Coordinating with housekeeping and management to keep everything running smoothly

Why Boothbay Harbor?

Boothbay Harbor is one of Maine’s most photographed coastal villages – a postcard town of white church steeples, working piers, sailboats and seafood shacks. Your days off can include whale watching cruises, kayaking, exploring the world-class Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, biking to lighthouses, or eating your body weight in lobster rolls. Portland is a short drive away, and Boston, Acadia National Park and even Canada are within road-trip range.

Because this position runs from summer into fall, you’ll also experience the legendary New England foliage season – something most Work & Travel students never get to see.

The Details

• Position: Front Desk Clerk
• Employer: Lafayette Hotels – Boothbay Harbor Inn
• Location: Boothbay Harbor, Maine
• Pay: $16.00 per hour
• Hours: approximately 35 hours per week
• Season: Summer to Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this role

What We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA program
• Good conversational English – you’ll be talking with guests all day
• A friendly, positive attitude and genuine desire to help people
• Reliability, punctuality and a professional appearance
• Basic computer skills; hotel software training is provided
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to stay calm and courteous during busy check-in rushes

What You’ll Gain

Beyond the paycheck, you’ll build customer service and communication skills that employers value worldwide, gain confidence speaking English every single day, work alongside an international team, and collect stories from a Maine summer you’ll be telling for years. Apply early – coastal front desk positions are among the most popular in the program.