Hostel Assistant

YHA Aoraki Mt Cook
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YHA New Zealand is a leading name in Hospitality and Tourism and we're very proud of it. With hostels located throughout New Zealand, YHA offers you plenty of opportunity to develop your career in this exciting and dynamic industry.
We have an exciting opportunity available for hardworking, dynamic & mature individuals with a passion for travel & people to fill the position of Hostel Assistant. This is a full time permanent position, working 40 hours per week.
To be successful in this role you will be motivated, computer savvy and happy to work in a busy environment. It would be ideal if you have some experience in customer service, accommodation, or tourism.
Day to day responsibilities will include: Interacting with guests, Reception, Cash Handling, Administration, Travel Sales & General Cleaning duties.
The ability to speak a second language would be useful…. but not essential.
You will be expected to be flexible with regards to working public holidays & weekends and able to be on call overnight.
Given the remote location of Aoraki Mt Cook we are looking for candidates who are social, independent, mature and self-reliant.
Special benefits apply such as extra leave and allowances along with accommodation in a flat share situation with other YHA employees. Not to mention that Mt Cook is a beautiful part of New Zealand, a fantastic place to live.
YHA offers more than just a bed and more than just a job. Come and join the YHA family and community of travel lovers, adventurers, customer services stars and go-getters, apply now.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand