OPPORTUnITY TO work with us

All our guests are greeted welcome with – COME JOIN US FOR AN ACTIVE STAY – we are OUTDOOR ROOTED

At Hattvika Lodge we are always looking for the best people in the travel industry to support our business and to complete the team working here. We have one absolute requirement for every position with us – YOU HAVE TO BE OUTDOOR ROOTED profile and love to explore our backyard as our guests.

The team of Hattvika Lodge spans in age, profession and education – but we all find common base in the arctic living, eager to explore and develop great atmosphere for our guest and within the team. At Hattvika Lodge we work in 3 disiplines:

• Accomodation/ Housekeeping
• Guided activities
• Restaurant/ Bar/ Reception desk/ Guest experience

For all positions we require your motivation letter and CV sent by e-mail to alf@hattvikalodge.no. The overall biggest selection criteria for working with us is your motivation to move permanent to the world most beautiful archipelago AND your dedication to be OUTDOOR ROOTED. In any open position we require at least one dedicated hobby that is played OUTDOOR. Your choice of activity, but we have to see your inner motivation for adjusting the work/ private balance to be part of the best team in the travel industry.

We now recruit the following positions:

Guide for outdoor activities

We are looking for a professional GUIDE to explore the Lofoten archipelago with guests staying with us. Over the years we have great success with our overall concept – COME JOIN US FOR AN ACTIVE STAY and now we’re looking for Jonas successor at Hattvika Lodge. Your daily work require full overviw in incoming and staying guests and to plan for the unexpected. We know you like to be in the OUTDOOR. As part of the team you need to be outspoken and give up to date information to guests when roaming around at basecamp. The very most important task is to keep all guest safe in all conditions when activities are booked with us

We think you have experience from simular roles and is willing to work hard to furfill the requirements from your management and our guests. You hold extencive experience in hiking/ trekking/ mountaineering and/ or seakayaking.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• We are looking for a professional GUIDE with preferable certifications in mountaineering or seakayaking
• Experience to operate in according to safety rules and risk manual at Hattvika Lodge
• Guided activities for guests staying at Hattvika Lodge
• You will report to CEO/ Manager

Requirements

• Proven experience as a guide
• Ability to work with high level of integrity and safety protocol
• Customer-oriented and friendly. Experience from simular roles and knowledge to the tourist industry.
• Working quickly without compromising quality and safety.
• Nordic language skills are highly appreaciated

HOUSEKEEPING REPRESENTATIVES

We are looking for two (2) professional Housekeepers able of attending to our facilities with integrity and attention to details. Our staff in housekeeping at Hattvika Lodge holds a central role in the organization for the best possible guest experience. Your daily work require good health conditions and we know you like to be OUTDOOR ROOTED. As part of the team you need to be outspoken and give up to date information to guests when roaming around at basecamp. To keep our 29 units i perfect conditions your stamina and quick thinking is a key personal asset.

We think you have some experience from simular roles and is willing to work hard to furfill the requirements from your management and out guests.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Housekeeping representatives and work in team
• We are looking for a professional Housekeeper able of attending to our facilities with integrity and attention to detail.
• The goal is to create a clean and orderly environment for our guests that will become a critical factor in maintaining and strengthening our reputation.
• You will report to Front of House

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cleaner or Housekeeper
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Customer-oriented and friendly
• Prioritization and time management skills
• Working quickly without compromising quality
• Knowledge of English language. Nordic language skills are highly appreaciated
• High school degree or simular

Reception service/ Breakfast service

We are looking for YOU to be part of our energized staff who makes the first impressions for our guests the best welcome when checking in to Hattvika Lodge. We are looking to hire a hard-working, self-motivated and high energized individual or couple to join our staff as general staff at Hattvika Lodge.

This position require creativity daily, communication skills, stamina and the ability to maintain the highest level of standards. Staff at Hattvika Lodge must work well under pressure, is organized, flexible, self-motivated, reliable, and willing to work long hours. We believe your passion for service is your overall best skill and you are experienced from simular positions during your carrier

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Breakfast service under the guidance of Front of House/ Staff manager
• Service orientation and upload the best guest experience in Lofoten
• Work in team with General staff and our Guides

Requirements

• Proven work experience as housekeeper/ reception assistant/ service personell in the travel industry
• High degree of professinalism
• Hands-on experience guest experiance positions
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Strong sense of responsibility and a professional presentation

Diswasher/ Runner/ Kitchen helper

We are looking for a Dishwasher to join our kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness around our restaurant. This is a key role in our new restaurant and the right candidate will have the opportunity to make a career step with us. We think that our new employee is young, have fast legs and a quick brain and is willing to learn from the best chefs in the intustry to cook. Your hands will also do service preparation under supervision of our chefs.

Dishwasher responsibilities include collecting used dishes, plates and utensils, loading washing machines and stacking washed items appropriately. If you want to kickstart your career in the restaurant industry and be part of the behind-the-scenes operations, we’d like to meet you.

Note that this role requires working in shifts and, occasionally, during evenings or weekends.

Ultimately, you’ll help provide an unforgettable dining experience for our customers.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Collect used kitchenware from dining and kitchen areas
• Load and unload dishwashing machines
• Wash specific items by hand (e.g. wooden cutting boards, large pots and delicate china)
• Store clean dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately
• Set up workstations before meal prep begins
• Ensure there are always enough clean dishes, glasses and utensils, especially during peak hours
• Maintain cleaning supplies stock (e.g. detergents) and place orders when necessary
• Check washing machines’ operation and promptly report any technical/performance issues
• Remove garbage regularly
• Sanitize the kitchen area, including the floor

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dishwasher/ Kitchen helper
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Customer-oriented and friendly
• Prioritization and time management skills
• Working quickly without compromising quality
• Knowledge of English language. Nordic language skills are highly appreaciated
• High school degree or simular

Come join us for an active stay