Hótel Dyrhólaey

Hótel Dyrhólaey is a family-run hotel situated near Vik in South Iceland. We have 150 bedrooms and a restaurant where we serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.

About

Experienced Housekeepers – Full-time Position

Join Our Team at Hótel Dyrhólaey – South Iceland

We are a 150-room hotel located just 10 minutes outside Vík, in South Iceland.

We are looking for individuals or couples with solid housekeeping experience who share our values of teamwork, respect, and creating a positive work environment—so our guests can enjoy the best possible stay.

About the Role
This is a hands-on role combining housekeeping and breakfast service.

Your main responsibilities include:

Cleaning guest rooms and maintaining high standards of presentation
Preparing rooms efficiently within daily timeframes
Supporting breakfast service when required
Contributing to general hotel operations as needed

Requirements

Minimum 6–8 months (one full season) of experience in hotel housekeeping is required
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and responsibility for daily tasks
Team-oriented mindset
Good level of English (working language of the hotel)

Shifts

7–9 hours per day, depending on the schedule
Rotation between housekeeping and breakfast/housekeeping shifts

Contract & Availability

Seasonal position starting as agreed
Preference for candidates available for the full season, but shorter periods can be considered

Why Join Us?

Established hotel with over 25 years of operation
Structured and supportive working environment
International team with a strong focus on collaboration and respect
Located in a unique natural setting, ideal for outdoor activities
Access to a staff car for essential errands (e.g. shopping, bank)

Helstu verkefni og ábyrgð

Key Responsibilities:

Clean and prepare guest rooms and public areas on a daily basis
Maintain housekeeping standards and room presentation
Support breakfast service, including setup and cleaning of the breakfast area
Assist with laundry operations as required
Support general hotel tasks (e.g. dishwashing, outdoor cleaning, basic upkeep)

Menntunar- og hæfniskröfur

Qualifications:

Minimum 6–8 months (one full season) of experience in hotel housekeeping is required
Experience supporting breakfast service is an advantage
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment
Good level of English (working language of the hotel)

Fríðindi í starfi

Benefits:

Staff accommodation available for a fee (shared rooms for individuals or couples)
One meal provided during working hours
Access to gym facilities
Free access to the Icelandic learning app Bara Tala
Employment conditions in line with the union agreement

Most staff accommodation is located near the hotel and does not require transportation
In some cases, accommodation may be located 5–10 minutes away by car; in those situations, transport is provided by the hotel
Having your own car is an advantage, but not required

Advertisement published13. April 2026

Application deadline19. April 2026

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