Jobs Vacancies at our Hostels

Hostel Name:

Lazy Duck Hostel

Job Description:

Cairngorms National Park

We are now looking for talented and interesting people to fill the Summer Helper positions at the Lazy Duck Hostel in 2008.

If you are interested in giving three hours a day in exchange for your accommodation, helping us maintain and manage the hostel, small camp ground and two cottages and would like to live for a month or two in your own classic touring caravan then please go to our website jobs page for full details.

Contact Details:

Full details at www.lazyduck.co.uk

Hostel Name:

Dunard Hostel & Lodge, Outer Hebrides

Job Description:

Hostel Manager
Sea Kayak Guide

Dunard Hostel is a small 16 bed friendly run hostel in the Outer Hebrides. Dunard Lodge sits adjacent to the hostel and sleeps 8 people.

We are looking for someone with previous experience of running a hostel. Cleaning, catering skills, people skills as well as experience of managing bookings and administration is essential.

We are also looking for a Kayak Guide for Clear Water Paddling to run day trips and weeklong tours. Would need to be BCU qualified Sea Coach with relevant experience.

Season runs May through to September 08. Good rates of pay. Posts would suit two individuals or a couple.

The Isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides is a beautiful island with stunning beaches and wildlife. Come and experience island life.

Contact Details:

Please contact Chris or Katie for more information: Tel 01871 810443 or email info@dunardhostel.co.uk

Hostel Name:

Iona Hostel

Job Description:

Helper wanted. We are looking for someone who would enjoy working hard for 20 hours a week cleaning and generally helping in the hostel in exchange for accommodation and £50.00 per week. This would suit someone who wants to work in a friendly 4 Star hostel while also having time to get to know this lovely island.

Contact Details:

Please email John on john@ionahostel.co.uk

Hostel Name:

Glenaros Lodge

Job Description:

A vacancy currently exists for a person, a couple or two friends to assist with the general day to day running of this beautiful small hostel set in its own extensive and wooded grounds in an idyllic setting overlooking the sea on the magical Isle of Mull.

Just a short distance from the village of Salen and a 15 minute bus ride from Tobermory, Glenaros Lodge offers a mixture of alternative B&B, guest house, retreat, hostel & venue for residential gatherings, meetings & activities, including live music, songwriting workshops, writers' retreats and eco gatherings. We are also located well for sea kay aking, walking, biking, bird watching as well as seal, otter, whale & dolphin watching. We arrange tours of the Isles of Mull & Iona too.

The person sought will ideally be a lover of nature & solitude, yet also love hospitality, be personable & have good housekeeping skills. The ability to cook & cater for guests is a distinct advantage as is the ability to work alone when required as well as part of a team when we are busy.A creative person would find Glenaros Lodge a place of inspiration & tranquility, yet also a place of great fun, laughter and occasional utter mayhem, so a sense of humour is essential. A good feeling presentation would be an asset, as this is a very homely, cosy house with comfortable rooms & we try to make the best of what we have in this beautiful old traditional island home.

Accommodation will be provided & an allowance towards food in return for your active participation in this wonderful project. An opportunity to earn commissions on bike hire & kayak rentals exists too, so some basic knowledge of bikes & boats would help too, although this is not essential. The ability to drive would be useful & if you own a car, even better. A tall order, but we believe that the right person or people are out there. A minimum stay of a month (but preferably much more) would be required, although this could become a permanent position.

Contact Details:

If you think this could be you, please contact Peter on 07796 886 899 as soon as possible.

Hostel Name:

Comrie Croft

Job Description:

Housekeeper (part-time, live-in)

Be part of a small friendly team, working part time in a beautiful location in the Southern Highlands.

Comrie Croft is a hostel, mountain biking centre and new eco-campsite. See www.comriecroft.com

The Job
You have the vital role of making sure the hostel is attractive and clean. This involves a variety of general housekeeping including vacuuming, cleaning, laundry, general tidying and organisation, etc. You will also supervise volunteers and part-time housekeeping staff as well as getting stuck in yourself.

Is this you?
Attention to detail is one of your strengths, along with being friendly, fit, house proud, hardworking and organised - you care about your work and have a positive outlook. This is a job for someone ready to put a lot in and get a lot out! Some experience could be useful, but the important thing is your attitude, common sense and initiative. You should be planning to stay for at least 6 months.

What's it like?
We want you to enjoy being at Comrie Croft! We ask you to work a 20-hour week, 5 days a week, usually Thursday to Monday. We'll try and be flexible and hope you will do the same. Hours will normally be 4 hours from 10.30am, with an occasional split shift (one or two hours in the middle).

The job involves a fair amount of time working alone as well as with other members of the team. Taking time to be friendly and help guests is really encouraged. The Croft is set at the foot of a hill in a beautiful rural location in the upper Strathearn valley. It's great country for walking, cycling, photography, writing, art, etc. The community of Comrie is two miles away, served by a regular bus. Two other members of the team also live onsite.

Previous staff have become good friends, we hope you will too.

What are the benefits?

• Monthly pay of £350.00 plus a bonus of £200 after 6 months. Overtime at £6.00/hr (when available);
• Good private accommodation, comprising a large mobile home with ensuite toilet and shower, double room, twin room, kitchen and living area;
• No bills to pay, except telephone if you wish to use it;
• Paid holidays equivalent to 28 days per year, pro rata;
• Free use of the lodge clothes washing and drying facilities;
• Use of most other hostel facilities, including TV lounge, mountain bikes, internet access, etc.

Contact Details:

Please contact Andrew. It would help if you can provide a CV/resume. Applications can be emailed to andrew@comriecroft.com with the words "Housekeeper 2008" in the subject line. The job starts on 26th May 2008 or as soon after that as possible.

Hostel Name:

Inchree Centre

Job Description:

Vacancies potentially available throughout the year at Inchree Centre, located midway between Ben Nevis and Glencoe in a popular tourism area of the Scottish Highlands. Positions in our Pub and Restaurant: Bar server / receptionist and waiter(ess), with extra hours possibly available doing general duties such as cleaning and basic handywork. Self-catering accommodation provided on-site.

Previous hospitality experience preferred but not essential. Varied clientele, so should be adaptable and outgoing. All applications considered. Full contractual entitlements and obligations.

A great place for anyone looking to spend their time off walking, climbing or just exploring a beautifully scenic area.

See our website at www.inchreecentre.co.uk for more info on jobs and Inchree.

Contact Details:

Phone David on 01855 821287, or e-mail a CV to work@inchreecentre.co.uk