Looking to start (or further) your career in hospitality, gain experience in the tourism industry & train with one of the friendliest teams in Victoria?

Well it’s your lucky day! Ocean Island is seeking a painter & more who enjoys meeting and working with travellers from all over the world.

“Ocean Island is more than a hostel, it's an experience - an experience akin to being kidnapped by 100 of your closest friends..." - Lonely Planet 8th Edition

Maintenance:

• Painting and light maintenance work.
• Maintenance experience not essential (painting experience and asset), we can train.
• Working with our senior maintenance person, as well as working independently on small projects.

Housekeeping:

• Working with our team of convivial international housekeepers.  
• Maintaining Ocean Island Inn’s high standard of cleanliness throughout our facility.
• Helping to provide a clean, friendly and inviting environment for our global travelers to relax and feel at home in.
• Opportunities to take on other responsibilities

Front Desk:

• Working at our front desk is an option for this position, but not essential.
• Taking reservations, checking guests in and out, using our property management software, providing information to guests.
• Helping to resolve any guest complaints and concerns (as well as accepting lavish praise and compliments!).
• ...and most importantly, providing a safe, friendly and fun environment for our global travellers.

Qualifications & Qualities:

• Housekeeping experience an asset and you need to enjoy cleaning and working in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy items.
• Can work unsupervised, energetic and organized.
• Driver’s license an asset.  

The Fine Print:  

• Guaranteed 40 hours a week or less if desired.   
• Compensation is competitive, and can include benefits such as health and extended paid vacation.
• Our staff enjoys great hospitality industry discounts and freebies in Victoria.
• We are very flexible with time off, so you can do travelling of your own, go to school, or whatnot, even in the summer.
• Our staff grow with us and there are always opportunities to advance!
• We can help with work visas and Permanent Residency.  

For more information about Ocean Island, check out www.oceanisland.com. Email your resume and cover letter to jobs[a]oceanisland.com. Also feel free to stop by and check us out.

Looking to start (or further) your career in hospitality, gain experience in the tourism industry & train with one of the friendliest teams in Victoria?

Well it’s your lucky day! Ocean Island is seeking a Front Desk Agent & More who enjoys meeting and working with travellers from all over the world.

Front Desk:

• Taking and changing room reservations via phone, email or in person.
• Processing guest arrivals and departures, calculating charges and receiving 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 fun environment for our global travellers.
• Besides front desk, you have the opportunity to learn other positions, depending on your abilities and interests, such as bartender.  

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 about the backpacker/ hotel/ hospitality industry.
• A friendly but firm approach to dealing with people.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and be calm in a busy environment.

The Fine Print:  

• We have full time and part time positions available.
• Compensation is $14/hr, plus commissions.
• Our staff enjoys great hospitality industry discounts and freebies in Victoria.
• The shifts are typically 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm but can vary.
• We are very flexible with time off, so you can do travelling of your own, go to school, or whatnot, even in the summer.
• Our staff grow with us and there are always opportunities to advance!

For more information about Ocean Island, check out www.oceanisland.com. Email your resume and cover letter to jobs[a]oceanisland.com. Also feel free to stop by and check us out.

“Ocean Island is more than a hostel, it's an experience - an experience akin to being kidnapped by 100 of your closest friends..." - Lonely Planet 8th Edition

Are you looking for an afternoon or evening position with flexible time off in a casual international environment? Well then it’s your lucky day!  

Job Description:

• Working with our convivial international team.  
• Serving our global travelers a tasty vegan dinner.
• Helping to provide a friendly and inviting environment for our guests to relax and feel at home in.
• Help folding laundry before the dinner service starts.
• Opportunities to take on other responsibilities, and gain experience in other departments.
• Customer service and food service experience an asset but not essential.
• We can help with work visas and Permanent Residency.  

Details:

• $14/hr.
• Guaranteed 40 hours a week or less if desired.
• Three weeks paid holiday every year, after three months of employment, moving to four weeks in the future.  
• We are flexible with time off and schedules, even during the busy summer season.
• Shifts are 12:30pm to 9pm, or 4:30pm to 1am.
• Inclusive and casual workplace
• No dress code or uniforms.  
• Discounts and freebies at our Lounge, hospitality industry discounts, and freebies in Victoria.

For more information about Ocean Island check out www.oceanisland.com or feel free to drop by to check us out. Email your resume (with the name of the position) to jobs[a]oceanisland.com.

“Ocean Island is more than a hostel, it's an experience - an experience akin to being kidnapped by 100 of your closest friends..." - Lonely Planet 8th Edition

Are you looking for a housekeeping job that has four weeks of paid holiday and flexible time off and where you work in a casual environment with opportunities to advance? Well then it’s your lucky day!  

Job Description:

• Working with our team of convivial international housekeepers.  
• Maintaining Ocean Island Inn’s high standard of cleanliness throughout our facility.
• Helping to provide a clean, friendly and inviting environment for our global travelers to relax and feel at home in.
• Opportunities to take on other responsibilities, and gain experience in other departments and as a supervisor.
• 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:

• $15/hr.
• Guaranteed 40 hours a week or less if desired.
• Three weeks paid holiday every year, after three months of employment, moving to four weeks in the future.  
• We are flexible with time off and schedules, even during the busy summer season.
• Most shifts are 9am to 5:30pm or earlier.
• Inclusive and casual workplace
• No dress codes or uniforms.  
• Get discounts and freebies at our Lounge, hospitality industry discounts, and freebies in Victoria.

For more information about Ocean Island check out www.oceanisland.com or feel free to drop by to check us out. Email your resume (with the name of the position) to jobs[a]oceanisland.com.

Work For Stay

Enjoy the best of the city and country! Relax in our friendly and modern backpackers. Tour our historic city that’s got everything you need in a compact center- Chinatown, nightlife, museums, cafes, shops, etc. Access to ocean beaches, fantastic forests, lakes, rivers and mountains is minutes away by walking, bikes and public transportation.

The backpackers is located in a fully renovated 1891 heritage building close to all the action of the city as well as wonderful parks the beach and hiking trails. We are a family-owned business with approximately 30 employees, and our mission is to provide a friendly and welcoming home away from home to a wide variety of travelers from around the world.

“Ocean Island is more than a hostel, it’s an experience – an experience akin to being kidnapped by 100 of your closest friends…This funky, multicolored sleepover is a labyrinth of small dorms and private rooms…. There’s a large communal kitchen on the ground floor and a licensed lounge for breakfast, quiz nights and live music.”
- Lonely Planet 12th Edition.

Job Descriptions

If you’re interested in our casual workers program, we have room year-round. The jobs vary depending on our needs at the particular time, but include:

• Housekeeping (cleaning rooms, bathrooms, common areas, laundry, etc)
• Painting and other minor maintenance work;
• Gardening (seasonal);
• Translation, and Internet research;
• Let us know of any other skills you possess – we might be able to use them!

The Fine Print

Jobs vary from 18 to 23 hours per week, depending on the type of work, how much you want to work and how long you are staying. Our most typical position is 20 hours of housekeeping a week. We ask for a minimum commitment of three weeks. All you need is to be legally entitled to work in Canada (meaning you have a valid Social Insurance Number), and be able to speak basic English. Casual work can also lead to permanent positions in front desk, the kitchen, bar, etc.

Here’s what you get in exchange:

• A special discounted staff rate on accommodation in one of our dorms (we have men’s, women’s and co-ed), or possibly a private room (in the winter, depending on what type of work you’re doing and the length of your stay). Breakfast, dinner and a nightly cocktail are also included.
• After you have paid for your accommodation, you will get $60 a week spending money (for 20 hour a week jobs) or up to $280 a week if you work more hours.
• A fun work environment living and working with cool cats from around the world.

How To Apply

To apply please email your resume and cover letter to hiring[a]oceanisland.com. Also feel free to stop by and check us out. We look forward to meeting you!