Housekeeper/receptionist Live In

Travis Larsen; Paihia; On-site; NZD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Private room with ensuite

Job summary

Travis Larsen's lodge in Paihia is seeking two reliable, friendly workers for a Housekeeper & Receptionist duo from mid-October 2026 to 31 March 2027. An earlier start is possible on a work-for-accommodation basis.

Responsibilities include cleaning rooms, check-ins, bookings, and guest inquiries, with accommodation provided in exchange for part of your hours. Flexible hours and a small, family-run team offer a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, trustworthy, organized and confident working independently.
• Great attention to detail and friendly communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean guest rooms, bathrooms and communal areas.
• Make beds, change linen and manage laundry.
• Restock guest supplies and report maintenance issues.
• Welcome guests and handle check-ins.
• Manage bookings, payments and guest enquiries.
• Provide local information and resolve guest requests.
• Keep lodge and outdoor areas clean and welcoming.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Independent work

Hospitality experience

Job description

Housekeeper & Receptionist Duo - Paihia, Bay of Islands

Join Our small, family-run lodge in beautiful Paihia this summer.

We're looking for two reliable, friendly and hardworking people to join Our team from mid-October 2026 to 31 March 2027. An earlier start immediately is also possible on a work-for-accommodation basis while you get settled into Paihia.

The role combines housekeeping and reception, including:

• Cleaning guest rooms, bathrooms and communal areas
• Making beds, changing linen and managing laundry
• Restocking guest supplies and reporting maintenance issues
• Welcoming guests and handling check-ins
• Managing bookings, payments and guest enquiries
• Providing local information and resolving guest requests
• Keeping the lodge and outdoor areas clean and welcoming

We're looking for people who are reliable, trustworthy, organized and confident working independently, with great attention to detail and friendly communication skills. Hospitality experience is helpful but not essential.

Accommodation Arrangement

Each worker will be paid for 10 hours of work per week at $24/hour, with the equivalent amount deducted from their pay to cover the cost of accommodation. In exchange, you'll have a private room with an ensuite bathroom, shared with your fellow worker, plus access to:

• Communal kitchen
• TV room
• Outdoor courtyard
• Wi‑Fi
• Laundry
• Street parking

Paid Work Available

Average 20 additional paid hours per week are available, either split between the two workers or taken by one person. Pay: $24/hour Hours are scheduled Monday—Sunday between 8am—7pm. Ideally, we would have one person work 30 hours per week (20 paid, 10 deducted for accommodation and bills). The second person would work 10 hours in the morning to help with room changeovers. This can be flexible if the hours would like to be split but we need both available most mornings between 10-12. Additional paid hours may be available as we get busier during the year.

Why Paihia?

Enjoy beaches, walking tracks, boat trips, islands and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep while working in a relaxed, welcoming family-run lodge.