Hostel Jobs in Queenstown at Absoloot Hostel QT
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Looking for a job in Queenstown?
We're currently recruiting for Front-of-House Reception and Back-of-House Housekeeping & Night Audit roles at our hostel in central Queenstown.
Whether you're looking to build your hospitality experience or live and work in Queenstown for a while, you can find our current opportunities and application details below.
We’re a locally owned and operated hostel in central Queenstown, and we’re looking for people who are friendly, reliable and genuinely enjoy working with others. If you’re planning to live and work in Queenstown and think you’d be a good fit for our team, have a look through the current opportunities below.
Some roles are full-time, while others are live-in Work-for-Accommodation positions, so there may be different options depending on what you’re looking for.
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Current Job Opportunities at Absoloot
Front-Of-House
Current Vacancy - Immediate start
Become a Reception team member at one of Queenstown's favourite Hostels!
You’ll be one of the first faces our guests see, helping with check-ins, reservations, questions about Queenstown and the general day-to-day running of the hostel.
Local knowledge is a big part of the role, and our Front-of-House team also gets the chance to experience selected Queenstown activities so you can give guests genuine recommendations based on first-hand experience.
These roles are typically full-time and suit someone who enjoys working with people, keeping things organised and being part of a busy hostel environment.
Think you’d be a good fit? Find out more about the role and submit your Front-of-House application below.
Back-Of-House
Current Vacancy - Immediate start
Secure a Work-for-Accommodation (WFA) role on our Housekeeping & Night Audit team!
You’ll be helping keep the hostel running smoothly behind the scenes, with a mix of housekeeping and night audit responsibilities available.
Because this is a live-in role using our staff accommodation, it can be a particularly good fit if you’re looking to get established in Queenstown without needing to sort work and accommodation separately.
The role is approximately 15 hours per week, so it may also suit someone who wants regular part-time work while still having plenty of time to enjoy Queenstown.
Think this could suit you? Find out more about the role and submit your Housekeeping & Night Audit application below.
Why Work at Absoloot Hostel QT?
Working at Absoloot — Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer staff accommodation?
Yes - our Back-of-House Work-for-Accommodation roles are live-in positions using our staff accommodation.
That can make things a lot easier if you’re arriving in Queenstown and want to get work and accommodation sorted at the same time. Check the current Back-of-House role details above for what’s available.
Can I apply if I’m on a Working Holiday Visa?
Yes. We regularly hear from people on Working Holiday Visas, and you’re welcome to apply as long as you have a valid visa that allows you to work in New Zealand.
Our application form will ask about your current visa status and, if you’re on a Working Holiday Visa, when it expires so we can understand whether the role is likely to be a good fit.
Are the roles full-time or part-time?
It depends on the role.
Our Front-of-House Reception roles are typically full-time, while our Back-of-House Work-for-Accommodation roles are approximately 15 hours per week.
Check the current role information above for the most relevant details before you apply.
How do I apply for a job at Absoloot?
Easy - choose the role that suits you above and use the relevant application button to submit your details.
We’ll review your application and get in touch if we think there’s a suitable opportunity available.
Do I need previous hostel or hospitality experience?
For Front-of-House Reception - previous hospitality or customer service experience is preferred, but it isn’t essential if you’re friendly, organised and confident dealing with people.
For Back-of-House Housekeeping & Night Audit - previous experience isn’t required. Attitude, reliability and being willing to get stuck in matter more.
How long do I need to stay?
For Front-of-House Reception - there’s no set minimum commitment, but we do prefer applicants who are planning to stay in Queenstown for a while (think 9-12 months or more). It takes time to settle into the role, build local knowledge and become part of the team, so longer stays are always a plus.
For Back-of-House Housekeeping & Night Audit - we ask for a minimum commitment of one month, although longer stays are definitely preferred.
Can I apply even if I’m not in Queenstown yet?
Yes - you’re welcome to apply before you arrive in Queenstown.
The application will give you an opportunity to give us a clear idea of your expected arrival date and availability, so we can understand whether the timing works for the role.
Ready to work with us in Queenstown?
If one of the roles above sounds like a good fit, send through an application and tell us a bit about yourself, your availability and what you’re looking for in Queenstown.
Physical Address
50 Beach Street, Queenstown,
New Zealand, 9300
Postal Address
PO Box 1287, Queenstown,
New Zealand, 9348
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