Host / Housekeeper

Hakalodge; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing app access

Growth opportunities

Inclusive team culture

Flexible hours

Job summary

Haka House Hostels in New Zealand is seeking a Part-Time Host / Housekeeper to bring our vibrant, welcoming vibe to life. If you love travel, people, and creating unforgettable guest experiences, this is for you.

You’ll work evenings and weekends on a rotating roster, bring positive energy, and help maintain a clean, home-away-from-home atmosphere across our hostel properties. NZ passport or work visa required.

Qualifications

• Experience in hostels or hotels is a bonus but not essential.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Passion for travel and Aotearoa.
• Holds NZ passport or work visa.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and assist with check-in/check-out as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of guest rooms and shared spaces to high standards.
• Assist guests with inquiries and provide local recommendations.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Travel enthusiasm

Job description

Love travel, people, and creating unforgettable experiences? Join the award-winning Haka House Hostels as a Part-Time Host / Housekeeper and help bring our vibrant, welcoming vibe to life!

Advert:

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences? Do you have a keen eye for detail and love working in a vibrant, people-focused environment? Haka House Hostels is on the lookout for a Host / Housekeeper to join our awesome team!

Haka House Hostels is a multi-award-winning group of backpacker hostels, proudly leading the way in New Zealand’s hostel scene. We’re all about warm welcomes, top-tier service, and creating a home away from home for every traveler who walks through our doors.

Our properties set the standard for backpacker accommodation, and it’s our passionate, enthusiastic, and intuitive team that brings the Haka House vibe to life.

We’re after someone who:

• Brings positive energy and a can-do attitude (experience in hostels or hotels is a bonus, but not essential!)
• Has excellent time management and communication skills
• Is passionate about travel and Aotearoa
• Has a sharp eye for detail and takes pride in their work
• Can work evenings and weekends (minimum 10 hours per week on a rotating roster)
• Holds a valid NZ passport or work visa

What You’ll Get

• A competitive hourly rate
• Opportunities to grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Access to wellbeing support via our dedicated app
• A supportive, fun, and inclusive team culture