Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Benefits/Perks

Competitive wages

Career Growth Opportunities

Fun and Energetic Environment

Captain Nickels Inn is a beautifully restored historic coastal inn overlooking Penobscot Bay in Searsport, Maine. We are seeking a warm, capable, hands-on Hospitality Manager / Innkeeper to help lead the daily operation of the inn and support an exceptional guest experience.

This is not a desk-only management role. We are looking for someone who enjoys hospitality in action — welcoming guests, preparing and serving breakfast, coordinating room readiness, supporting small events and elopements, helping oversee daily flow, and stepping in wherever needed to keep the inn running smoothly.

Position Summary

The Hospitality Manager / Assistant Innkeeper plays a key role in day-to-day inn operations. This position includes guest engagement, breakfast management, event support, housekeeping coordination, daily operational follow-through, and problem-solving throughout the property. The right candidate is organized, proactive, calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and genuinely enjoys caring for guests.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the daily flow of the inn and help execute the day’s priorities

Welcome guests, assist with check-ins and departures, and manage guest requests during their stay

Prepare, cook, plate, and serve breakfast in accordance with service and food safety standards

Coordinate with housekeeping on room readiness, stayovers, rush turns, and public-space presentation

Monitor common areas, dining spaces, and service areas to ensure they remain guest-ready

Help support and coordinate elopements, small events, and hospitality details

Track light inventory needs and communicate restocking or supply issues promptly

Report maintenance needs and operational concerns quickly and clearly

Help train team members on service expectations and operational routines

Step into operational gaps as needed, including guest support and light housekeeping assistance

What We’re Looking For

Hospitality, inn, hotel, restaurant, or guest service experience preferred

Strong cooking or breakfast service ability preferred

Warm, polished, guest-centered demeanor

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to multitask and move between guest-facing and operational responsibilities

Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented in a fast-moving environment

Comfortable working mornings, weekends, and event-related shifts as needed

Comfortable being on your feet for extended periods and moving throughout a historic inn setting

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Food safety and alcohol service certifications are a plus; some certifications may be required for assigned duties

What Success Looks Like

Guests feel warmly welcomed and well cared for

Breakfast service is timely, attractive, and professionally executed

Daily operations are organized, calm, and responsive

Communication with leadership and team members is clear and timely

Schedule

This role is primarily on-site and includes mornings, weekends, and event support as needed. This is intended to be a full-time position, and we are primarily seeking candidates available for full-time employment. Part-time may be considered only if business needs and candidate fit strongly align.

Why Join Captain Nickels Inn

Captain Nickels Inn is a special historic property where thoughtful hospitality, beautiful surroundings, and attention to detail matter. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the guest experience at a distinctive coastal inn.