Employment

Housekeepers

Are you looking for a housekeeping position in a safe environment during these challenging times? Well, then we have the job for you!

Considering the current situation, we have transformed into a safe haven for our guests. Staff and guest safety and health is our #1 priority, which is reflected in all of our procedures oceanisland-covid-19.info/.

“…the lodging is clean, modern, and welcoming throughout.” - Lonely Planet Pacific Northwest

“Impeccably managed by a thought-of-everything owner” - Fodor’s guidebook

JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Maintaining Ocean Island Inn’s high standard of cleanliness throughout our facility.
- Helping to provide a clean, friendly and inviting environment for our residents to feel at home in.
- Opportunities to take on other responsibilities, and gain experience in other departments.
- Housekeeping experience an asset and you need to enjoy cleaning and working in a fast-paced environment.
- We can help with work visas and Permanent Residency.

DETAILS:
- $16/hr.
- One full-time position is available.
- We are flexible with time off and schedules, even during the busy summer season.
- Most shifts are 9 am to 5:30 pm, and usually includes weekends.
- Inclusive and casual workplace
- No dress codes or uniforms.

Email your resume (with the name of the position) to jobs[a]oceanisland.com.

Front Desk Superstar

Looking for a front desk position in a positive and safe environment during these challenging times? Well then we have the job for you!

“…the lodging is clean, modern, and welcoming throughout.”

- Lonely Planet Pacific Northwest

Front Desk:

Most guest communication is currently by phone, email or chat, and in person visits to the front desk are minimal.
Taking and changing room reservations.
Processing guest arrivals and departures and taking payments using our property management software.
Providing information on our facilities and services and about points of interest in the area.
Helping to resolve any guest complaints and concerns (as well as accepting lavish praise and compliments!).
Providing excellent customer service.
...and most importantly, providing a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for our guests.
Besides front desk, you have the opportunity to learn more advanced functions, depending on your abilities and interests.
We can help with work visas and Permanent Residency.

Qualifications & Qualities:

Experience in the service industry essential; experience in the hostel/ hotel/ hospitality industry a plus.
Multi-tasker, energetic and organized.
Interest in learning more about the backpacker/ hotel/ hospitality industry.
A friendly but firm approach to dealing with people.
Able to work with minimal supervision and be calm.

The Fine Print:

Full and part-time positions available.
Compensation is $16/hr plus commissions.
The shifts are typically 7am-2:30pm or 2:30pm-11pm but can vary.
We are very flexible with time off, also in the summer.
Our staff enjoys great hospitality industry discounts and freebies in Victoria.
Our staff grow with us and there are always opportunities to advance.

For more information about Ocean Island, check out www.oceanisland.com. Please email your resume and cover letter (with the name of the position) to jobs[a]oceanisland.com.

Painter

We are seeking an experienced painter to help us upgrade our guest rooms.

“…the lodging is clean, modern, and welcoming throughout.”

- Lonely Planet Guidebook Pacific Northwest

Competitive hourly rate.
40 hours a week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm, with some flexibility.
All safety measures will be employed regarding the current Covid 19 situation. Staff safety is always our first priority.
Most of the work will be done independently, with support from our senior maintenance person.
Must have extensive experience in interior painting.

For more information about Ocean Island, check out www.oceanisland.com. Email your resume to jobs[a]oceanisland.com.