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The Westin Buffalo
4* Upstate NY Hotel Hiring Concierge – Apply Today!
Short description
Become a part of the team at a luxury 4-Star New York Hotel as a Rooms Candidate! Train at Front Desk and Guest Services!
Detailed description
A luxurious hotel is in search of a candidate to receive training as a reservations agent, front desk agent, and guest services concierge!
In Buffalo, New York, you can have an exhilarating time exploring renowned landmarks like Niagara Falls, immersing yourself in the city's dynamic arts and culture scene at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, relishing waterfront activities at Canalside, indulging in Buffalo's renowned wings, and immersing yourself in history at sites like the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site. Buffalo provides a wide range of activities for a delightful visit.
Placement Remarks
Salary: $18
Benefits:
A uniform will be provided by the property. J1's will need to confirm with HR prior to arrival if any additional clothing is needed.
A complimentary meal per shift is provided, but this is subject to change to an employee meal program in the future.
PTO/Vacation time is available and is accrued based on hours worked.
The best airport to fly to is Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The airport is located roughly 10 miles from the property. The employer has agreed to provide complimentary pickup of the J1 upon arrival. The J1 will need to confirm the details and time of pickup with HR.
The property has agreed to provide 14 days of complimentary housing for you until you secure more permanent housing. Please confirm with HR prior to arrival the details of your housing arrangements.
*Sign-on Bonus*
$750 sign-on bonus that is paid over time and as long as the candidate stays without any disciplinary counseling.
30 days - $150
60 Days - $150
90 Days - $200
180 Days - $250
Salary
$18.00 per hour
Requirements
Eligibility criteria for our Career USA programs:
- You are enrolled in a post secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry OR have a hospitality degree and at least 1 year of recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside of the USA) OR have 5 years recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside the USA)
- You have shown consistent career growth over the last years
- You have shown serious commitment to your most recent employers
Local attractions
Buffalo is a city rich in culture and history. From the inspired architecture of the "Avenue of the Presidents" to the exciting championship sports teams to famous art collections and exhibits, Buffalo shines. As an "All America City," a gateway to one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World, and a center of commercial development and cultural activity, Buffalo inspires. Find out more about attractions in Buffalo here and here for the weather
Transportation: The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority nfta.com or metro.nfta.com
Housing: Housing in Buffalo is moderately priced and it is recommended that you start reviewing housing in the area prior to your arrival. The average one-bedroom apartment starts at around $1050 per month, unfurnished, excluding utilities. Keep in mind without any credit in the USA you will need to pay the first and last month's rent as a deposit. House sharing is recommended to maybe reduce the costs per month to around $750; however, the costs can also be reduced if you are willing to live outside the city and take public transportation.
Helpful Links:
The Sidway ; Address: 775 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14203; Units: Studios, 1-, 2-, & 3-bedroom apartments; Cost: $1,100-$2,800 per month, not including utilities; Contact: Email MichaelJ@SavarinoCompanies.com or CourtneyB@SavarinoCompanies.com
Westbrook Apartments: Address: 675 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209; Units: Studio, 1,2-, & 3-bedroom apartments; Cost: $975-$1,975 per month, not including utilities; Contact: Phone (716) 884-9100
The Sinclair: Address: 465 Washington Street, Buffalo, NY 14203; Units: Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments; Cost: $1,400-$2,795 per month, not including utilities; Contact: Phone (716) 631-8000 Email amarcus@ciminelli.com
Check out The Belisario, The Buffalo Lofts, Ellicott Homes, Planning Mill, The Sidway. Additional Resources: Apartment.com, Apartment Guide, Roommates, Forrent, Hotpads, Live Lovely, Place of Mine or Homestay
Climate: Buffalo, New York, experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by four distinct seasons: Winters are cold and snowy, with frequent lake-effect snow due to its proximity to Lake Erie. Snowfall is significant, often making Buffalo one of the snowiest major cities in the U.S. Springs are cool and gradually warming, with increasing rainfall.
Summers are warm and occasionally humid, with average highs in the upper 70s to low 80s °F (25–28 °C) and Autumns are crisp and colorful, with cooler temperatures and less humidity.
Local Attractions: AKG Art Museum; Garden Walk Buffalo; Niagara Falls State Park; Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House
Start date
October 2025