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Odyssey Resorts

Lakeside resort group with cabins

Guest and Resort Care Specialist

Full-Time
$16.80 - $20.16/hr
Entry
Two Harbors, MN, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • A Pool Operator License must be obtained within six months of employment, if required.
  • Working knowledge of tools, methods, operations, and materials used in resort and building maintenance is required.
  • Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for manual labor and maintenance work is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, and similar documents is required.
  • Ability to prepare general reports and correspondence is required.
  • Ability to present information and respond to customers effectively is required.
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic is required.
  • Ability to interpret written and oral instructions is required.
  • Ability to use a computer for email and basic word processing is required.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds is required.
  • Attendance at scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.
  • Ability to work varying schedules based on resort business needs is required.
  • Ability to work rotating weekend shifts is required.
  • Ability to be available for on-call shifts as needed is required.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor the property and address or report issues identified during routine inspections.
  • Inspect grounds and facilities daily; arrange furniture, pick up trash, clean common areas and event spaces, restock supplies, and assist with security and safety issues as needed.
  • Track time and maintain an accurate timetable of tasks and parts used during each shift.
  • Assist with guest-enhancement programming by assembling s’mores kits and craft kits, collecting fire-starting supplies, maintaining lawn games and bicycles, and assisting with event setup as needed.
  • Assist with guest and employee transportation as needed.
  • Engage proactively with guests in a welcoming and approachable manner.
  • Monitor the pool and follow closure procedures as assigned.
  • Perform grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming hedges, removing weeds, raking and disposing of leaves and refuse, chopping and stacking firewood, and clearing snow.
  • Maintain vehicles, tools, equipment, and uniform in good working order.
  • Assist the maintenance team with projects and ensure they are completed safely and efficiently.
  • Arrange furniture and equipment when requested; clean resort buildings and grounds as needed; and assist with security issues as needed.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on resort property.
  • Take and respond to guest calls and requests and resolve issues in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Respond to emergencies and resolve immediate safety concerns.
Desired Qualifications
  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
  • One year of related experience is preferred.

About the company

Odyssey Resorts operates a collection of lodging properties in Minnesota, offering cabins, lodges, cottages, suites and resorts around Lake Superior. Its portfolio includes Caribou Highlands Lodge, Grand Superior Lodge, Larsmont Cottages, Breezy Point Cabins on Lake Superior, East Bay Suites, Beacon Pointe Resort, Lutsen Sea Villas, Mountain Inn, and Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort. Guests stay in a variety of accommodations—ranging from rustic cabins to lakeside lodges and suites—at different properties, providing access to local scenery and outdoor activities. The company differentiates itself by curating a group of distinctive, character-driven places rather than a single hotel experience, giving guests multiple unique settings under one umbrella. The goal is to offer high-quality lodging experiences in scenic Minnesota locations and to grow a portfolio of places that appeal to travelers seeking comfortable, locally flavored getaways.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Duluth, Minnesota

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • odysseyresorts.com updated July 25, 2026 lists eight resorts and active seasonal offerings.
  • May 2026 Trapper’s Landing Lodge joined Odyssey, expanding into Leech Lake fishing demand.
  • Website posts Sauna Days, burger launches, and summer amenities, signaling revenue-driving experience upgrades.

What critics are saying

  • North Shore concentration leaves Odyssey exposed if Lake Superior resorts underperform or flood.
  • Trapper’s Landing is a management-only deal; Arnold siblings keep land and control economics.
  • SVN Northco handled an unsolicited offer on the entire portfolio in 2026, signaling exit risk.

What makes Odyssey Resorts unique

  • Odyssey controls eight Minnesota resorts across Lake Superior, Brainerd Lakes, and Leech Lake.
  • It pairs ownership with management, adding Trapper’s Landing Lodge without buying the land.
  • Howard Anderson’s 2026 CEO succession preserves internal hospitality leadership and continuity.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Sick Leave

Company News

Hotel Business
Mar 19th, 2024
Howard Anderson promoted to Odyssey Resorts CEO

Anderson joined Odyssey Resorts in 2022 as VP, strategic planning and was promoted to COO in 2023.

Hotel Business
Mar 19th, 2024
Howard Anderson Promoted To Odyssey Resorts Ceo

Odyssey Resorts has promoted Howard Anderson to CEO, effective May 1. Kirk Schultz is retiring from the position he has held since 2019 and will stay on in an advisory role during the transition.As CEO, Anderson will provide strategic direction and lead the day-to-day financial operations of Odyssey Resorts. The company owns and manages a portfolio of nine resorts located in the North Shore of Lake Superior and the Brainerd Lakes areas in Minnesota.“Howard Anderson is the right person to be the next CEO of Odyssey Resorts as he has proven to be an invaluable asset to our guests and an advocate for our team members,” said T.J. McMillan, CEO, Blackburn Investment Management, a lead investor in Odyssey Resorts. “He has a deep knowledge of the current state of the hospitality business and is a collaborative thinker focused on achieving goals and planning for future success. We are also grateful to Kirk Schultz and his years of service, especially during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic

Hotel Business
Oct 12th, 2023
Howard Anderson Promoted To Odysssey Resorts Coo

Odyssey Resorts, an owner and manager of Minnesota resort properties, has promoted Howard Anderson to COO.In this role, Anderson leads several of the organization’s key functions including sales and marketing, group sales and resort operations. He is responsible for developing and forming deeper partnerships with the company’s guests, team members and owners, as well as building Odyssey’s portfolio.“As our company continues to grow and evolve having strong leadership becomes paramount,” said Kirk Schultz, CEO, Odyssey Resorts. “Since joining the team, Howard Anderson has proven to be an invaluable asset to Odyssey Resorts. He embodies our guiding principles, values, and dedication to providing the highest quality service to our valued guests and owners. Further, he is an enthusiastic and innovative leader. As our new COO, Howard will continue to help us grow and thrive in the years to come.”Anderson joined Odyssey Resorts in 2022 as VP, strategic planning, and has more than three decades of experience in the hospitality industry

The Business Journals
May 10th, 2023
Ruttger's Bay resort in Brainerd Lake area bought by Odyssey Resorts

Duluth-based Odyssey Resorts recently acquired the 500-acre Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort for an undisclosed amount.

Duluth News Tribune
Mar 8th, 2022
Odyssey Resorts acquired Mountain Inn on Mar 8th 22'.

DULUTH — Odyssey Resorts announced Tuesday it has acquired the Mountain Inn in Lutsen.