Do you feel joy when helping people, serving delicious food, and crafting amazing drinks all while being part of a fantastic team? Then keep reading! Zoku is not your typical hotel: we offer a relaxed place to stay, work and meet new people, while helping guests feel connected to the local scene.
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At Zoku, we call our hospitality all-rounders “Sidekicks”. Think of it as a hands-on, guest-focused role that blends barista, service tasks, and check –ins into one dynamic position. You’re the go-to person for our guests and help make their stay smooth, fun, and memorable.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Bartender = Master of the Bar: Channel your inner mixologist as you switch between being a barista and a beer master, crafting delicious drinks and sparking lively conversations.
- Waiter = Bring People Together with Food: Become the ultimate food matchmaker by serving up mouth-watering meals and refreshing drinks in our Living Kitchen restaurant and rooftop terrace, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Check – In & Friendly First Impressions: Be the friendly face that guests meet first, making check-ins and check-outs a breeze, and answering their burning questions with a smile.
WHEN YOU’LL BE ON
You’ll start in one department and with time you will be working independently across different departments, with both morning and afternoon/evening or mid shifts. Your responsibilities and hours may/will vary, and your flexibility will shine!
Example of shift times for full-time:
- Morning Shift (AM Shift): 07:00 to 15:30
- Afternoon/Evening Shift (PM Shift): 15:00 to 23:30
- Mid Shift: 9:00 – 17:30
We Love People Who
- Are genuinely friendly, proactive and open.
- Love creating unforgettable stays where people feel at home and connect with others and the city.
- Are eager to excel and help their team members do the same.
- Want to know and share everything about our home city.
A FEW MUST HAVES
- You have worked in hospitality or a similar customer-facing industry before.
- You are fluent in English, any other languages are a big plus!
- You are an EU resident or have a valid working and living permit for The Netherlands.
- You are fully flexible, as there are no fixed working days/hours.
- We are looking for part-time sidekicks (8h - 24h per week).
- Available to start in May.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- A market conform salary package, starting at €14.96 gross per hour.
- Cool benefits like an after-work drink, access to all community events, various discounts like 40% discount on F&B for you and 4 friends, plus Employee and Friends & Family rates in all Zoku Locations.
- A free night stay for you and your +1 in your first 3 months at Zoku and a free night at any Zoku location for your birthday, including dinner & breakfast to experience Zoku as a true guest.
- Possibility to go on a sidekick exchange program to one of the other Zoku locations (CPH, PAR, AMS, VIE) and work there for a week as a Sidekick.
- No boring canteen!! Staff meals enjoyed in our Living Kitchen just like our guests do.
- A fun, young, and international team to grow with. Plus, exciting training and events to celebrate every step of the journey!
- A personal budget unlocked after 1 year at Zoku to spend on extra days off, Learning & development, extra cash or discounted vouchers.