
Serve with Style in Santa’s Backyard – Winter Waitstaff Jobs in Lapland for 2025/26!
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 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).
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.
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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.
What We Offer:
- 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.