Serve With Style In Santa’S Backyard – Winter Waitstaff Jobs In Lapland For 2025/26!
Closing: May 26, 2025
10 days remainingPublished: Apr 29, 2025
Job Requirements
Education:
Vocational school
Work experience:
12 months
Language skills:
English
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Full time, Seasonal work
Ready to take your hospitality skills to the Arctic Circle? We're looking for experienced, customer-focused waitstaff to join various hotels and resorts across stunning Lapland for the 2025–26 winter season.
Whether you're serving guests in a cozy buffet restaurant or delivering top-notch service in an à la carte setting, one thing’s for sure – no two days will be the same. You’ll be part of creating unforgettable experiences for visitors from all over the world, all while surrounded by snow-covered forests, reindeer, and maybe even the Northern Lights!
About the Role:
- Positions are available in picturesque locations such as Kilpisjärvi, Luosto, Rovaniemi, Pallas, Ylläs, Levi, Muonio, Hetta and Saariselkä.
- Employment period varies depending on the location and workplace, although it is mostly from October/November 2025 until March/April 2026.
- We offer Finnish seasonal contracts for either full-time (112,5/3 weeks) or part-time (90h/ 3 weeks).
- A seasonal adventure in one of the most magical places on Earth
- Salary: from 12,99€/h - based on the collective agreement of hotel- and restaurant industry or according to the agreement.
- Extra supplements: for evening shifts, for night shifts, +100% for Sundays and public holidays.
- Assistance with staff accommodation will be provided.
- Supportive and international team in a multicultural environment.
- A chance to grow your skills in high-standard hospitality settings.
Responsibilities
Ready to take your hospitality skills to the Arctic Circle? We're looking for experienced, customer-focused waitstaff to join various hotels and resorts across stunning Lapland for the 2025–26 winter season.
Whether you're serving guests in a cozy buffet restaurant or delivering top-notch service in an à la carte setting, one thing’s for sure – no two days will be the same. You’ll be part of creating unforgettable experiences for visitors from all over the world, all while surrounded by snow-covered forests, reindeer, and maybe even the Northern Lights!
About the Role:
- Positions are available in picturesque locations such as Kilpisjärvi, Luosto, Rovaniemi, Pallas, Ylläs, Levi, Muonio, Hetta and Saariselkä.
- Employment period varies depending on the location and workplace, although it is mostly from October/November 2025 until March/April 2026.
- We offer Finnish seasonal contracts for either full-time (112,5/3 weeks) or part-time (90h/ 3 weeks).
- A seasonal adventure in one of the most magical places on Earth
- Salary: from 12,99€/h - based on the collective agreement of hotel- and restaurant industry or according to the agreement.
- Extra supplements: for evening shifts, for night shifts, +100% for Sundays and public holidays.
- Assistance with staff accommodation will be provided.
- Supportive and international team in a multicultural environment.
- A chance to grow your skills in high-standard hospitality settings.
What We are Looking For:
- Previous experience in restaurant service (buffet and/or à la carte).
- Great teamwork and communication skills.
- Must have EU citizenship/passport or a valid work permit in Finland.
- A positive, flexible attitude – especially during busy periods.
- Comfortable working with international guests in English (other languages are a plus!).
- Wine knowledge is a plus.
- Someone who enjoys fast-paced environments and stays calm under pressure.
Join us in Lapland and make this winter one to remember! Apply now and bring your service skills to the heart of the Arctic.
Please, attach relevant documents and information, such as references to your application.
The employment agreement will be signed with Barona, but you will be working for one of our clients in Lapland.
**Leave your application through the application form, do not send it by email. Only the applications sent through the application form are considered in the recruitment process! **
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