Housekeeping Manager

Arbeidsplassen; Træna; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end hotel in Norway seeks a Housekeeping Manager to lead the housekeeping team, ensuring impeccable comfort and luxury for guests. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, with proven experience in luxury environments. Opportunities for career development within an ambitious hospitality project await you in a breathtaking location.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Staff housing if necessary

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Housekeeping Manager or Supervisor in high-end hotels or resorts.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent eye for detail and commitment to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the housekeeping team to ensure immaculate standards.
• Establish and implement efficient cleaning procedures and quality controls.
• Train, motivate, and support staff to deliver consistent 5-star service.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Ytri Island Retreat is a high-end destination located in the breathtaking Træna archipelago, far out at sea on the Norwegian coast. With 38 exclusive rooms, a Michelin-ambitious restaurant, sauna facilities, and a private marina, we aim to deliver world-class experiences rooted in nature, authenticity, and the unique atmosphere of the Arctic seascape.

We are now seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Housekeeping Manager to lead our housekeeping team and ensure the highest standards of comfort and luxury for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the housekeeping team to ensure immaculate standards in rooms, suites, and public areas.
• Establish and implement efficient cleaning procedures, schedules, and quality controls.
• Train, motivate, and support staff to deliver consistent 5-star service.
• Manage inventories of linen, cleaning products, and guest supplies.
• Collaborate with the Front Office and Maintenance teams to guarantee a seamless guest experience.
• Uphold and promote health, safety, and sustainability practices throughout the department.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Housekeeping Manager or Supervisor in high-end hotels or resorts.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent eye for detail and commitment to the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of housekeeping best practices, health & safety standards, and sustainability principles.
• Strong communication skills – fluent in English (Scandinavian language skills are a plus).
• Flexible, proactive, and able to thrive in a remote but stunning natural environment.

Personal qualities

• Naturally service-minded, with genuine care for guest satisfaction.
• Hands-on and willing to lead by example.
• Positive, approachable, and a strong team player.
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic, seasonal hospitality environment.
• Passionate about creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere that matches the hotel’s high-end standards.
• Reliable, discreet, and professional at all times.

What we offer

• The opportunity to lead the housekeeping function of a brand-new high-end hotel.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Staff housing if necessary.
• Career development opportunities in an ambitious, international hospitality project.
• A unique lifestyle in one of Norway’s most breathtaking island landscapes – where the ocean, midnight sun, and northern lights are part of everyday life.