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Culinary Extern

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$19.91/hr

Who We Are Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known ...

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What is the difference between Colonial Williamsburg vs Museum Educator?

AspectColonial WilliamsburgMuseum Educator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer history or education degreesDegree in education, history, or related field; teaching certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHistorical site with interactive exhibits, reenactments, and visitor engagementMuseum setting, conducting tours, educational programs, and workshops
Employer & Industry UsageHistorical interpretation, tourism, educationMuseums, cultural institutions, education sector

While both roles involve education and visitor engagement, Colonial Williamsburg focuses on historical reenactments and site interpretation, whereas Museum Educators primarily deliver educational programs within museum settings. Both require strong communication skills and a passion for history or education, but their work environments and specific duties differ.

Is Colonial Williamsburg a good place to work?

Working at Colonial Williamsburg offers opportunities in historical interpretation, customer service, and maintenance roles. Employees often work in a historic environment that requires strong communication skills and knowledge of history, with schedules that may include weekends and holidays.
Infographic showing various Colonial Williamsburg job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Front Desk Attendant - Williamsburg Woodlands

Colonial Williamsburg

Williamsburg, VA • On-site

$20.17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

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Job description

Who We Are
Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known museum complexes in the world. Our mission is "that the future may learn from the past" through preserving and restoring 18th-century Williamsburg, Virginia's colonial capital. We engage, inform, and inspire people to learn about this historic capital, the events that occurred here, and the diverse peoples who helped shape a new nation.
Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 88 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to how they appeared in the 18th century through extensive archaeological, architectural, and documentary research. The Historic Area is staffed by highly trained, historically dressed interpreters and expert tradespeople who bring the 18th century to life. The Foundation also owns and operates two world-class museums, the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, and a renowned research library, the John D Rockefeller Jr Library.
Additionally, Colonial Williamsburg is home to five world class accommodations at the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge Autograph Collection, the Griffin Hotel, the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotels and Suites and the unique Colonial Houses in the Historical Area. Visitors may also indulge in food and drink at our many on site restaurants and taverns that blend a historically inspired dining experience with today's evolved tastes. Each year over 5 million people visit Williamsburg and another 20 million engage with us digitally.
Must be available to work all shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Essential Functions:
The Front Desk Attendant assists guests efficiently, courteously and professionally in all front office related functions including registration, cashiering and information. Maintains a high standard of service and hospitality at all times. Trains new employees.
  • Maintains a high standard of service and hospitality at all times.
  • Trains new employees.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:
  • Some front desk or guest relations experience preferred
  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • Full time position
  • Ability to handle cash handling duties
  • Flexibility to include availability on short notice
  • Excellent public contact and organizational skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to
    1. Handle guests' complaints
    2. Work well under pressure
    3. Stand for long periods of time
    4. Act and react quickly in a professional manner
    5. Handle paperwork efficiently

Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:
  1. Performing heavy cleaning
  2. High and low dusting
  3. Transporting objects weighing up to 60 pounds
  4. A great amount of walking in all types of weather
  5. Lifting, standing and bending up to 8+ hours daily

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