Receptionist in Santorini (only EU applicants) | April - October 2026
We are looking for a receptionist to join our hostel in Santorini in 2026.
Due to the local restrictions we can accept only applicants who own a valid EU passport, priority have Greek passport holders or applicants with an existing Greek work permit.
Number of positions available: 1
April - October 2026
WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Reliable and mature person that is interested to learn and grow in the hostel industry
- Eye for detail, administrative tasks and good at following company processes
- Trustworthy, reliable person that can handle payments
- Positive attitude towards learning, willing to learn from the feedback and in a timely manner
- Team player with a respect towards the colleagues and a strong will to support the team and also learn from each other
- Confident with a natural authority to handle tricky situations and reinforce company rules
- Great communicator in person and also in an online space
- Friendly, enthusiastic , outgoing and open-minded personality with a positive approach towards the guests; easy to mingle with others
- Dedicated to work and willing to go one step further if the situation requires
- Able to multitask and work under pressure
- Good time management, observance of deadlines and schedules
- Web-savvy with an interest to learn working with a reservation and invoicing system.
- Excellent command of English (speaking and writing); Extra languages are plus but not required.
- Experience in tourism or at hostels is welcomed
- Curious about Santorini, Greek culture and cuisine and enthusiastic about making memories through photo taking and similar
TYPICAL TASKS:
• Check ins, check outs, answering of the calls and email communication
• Management of the reception including invoicing, payments, administration and reporting
• Customer service
• Sales of in-house trips and activities and vehicles
• Organization and participation at activities and events
• Basic housekeeping maintenance tasks in the kitchen, reception area, rooms, common bathrooms and outdoor spaces
• Help at breakfast or with events when needed (especially during the shoulder season)
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Salary and local health & social insurance
- Shared accommodation + breakfast
- Usage of all the facilities (communal kitchen, swimming pool, laundry, yoga terrace etc)
- Commission from sales
SCHEDULE:
Working in shift that rotate daily:
- morning 8am – 2.30 pm
- afternoon 2.30 pm – 10pm
2 double shifts per month
4 days off per month
ACCOMMODATION:
Bed in our staff area which comprises of 2 rooms and typically accommodates 3 people.
The bathroom is shared by 3 staff members.
APPLICATION:
Interested applicants can send their CV, a casual photo and one reference to [email protected]
ONLY applications that fit the above criteria (EU passport, availability for the indicated time period and relevant application attachments with a reference) will be considered as eligible.
ABOUT CAVELAND:
The history of Caveland is 300 years old. This complex was originally used as a winery. The grapes were collected from local vineyards that are surrounding it. Afterwards they were mashed in a well that is located at today’s reception. Finally, the wine was stored in the caves that are now converted into cave rooms.
This place was later known as a tennis club and it was in the late seventies one of the first hotels in Santorini. It was refurbished and re-opened in 2011 as a boutique hostel. It offers a mixture of private and dorm-style accommodation. The property is a 15 000 sqm large with a big pool, numerous gardens and hidden corners. It is in a picturesque village of Karterados just next to Santorini’s capital Fira town. Karterados village lies on the main bus route connecting Fira with the south of the island. Therefor the location is ideal for those who want to explore the island and still be away from the crowds.
Due to the local restrictions we can accept only applicants who own a valid EU passport, priority have Greek passport holders or applicants with an existing Greek work permit.
Number of positions available: 1
April - October 2026
WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Reliable and mature person that is interested to learn and grow in the hostel industry
- Eye for detail, administrative tasks and good at following company processes
- Trustworthy, reliable person that can handle payments
- Positive attitude towards learning, willing to learn from the feedback and in a timely manner
- Team player with a respect towards the colleagues and a strong will to support the team and also learn from each other
- Confident with a natural authority to handle tricky situations and reinforce company rules
- Great communicator in person and also in an online space
- Friendly, enthusiastic , outgoing and open-minded personality with a positive approach towards the guests; easy to mingle with others
- Dedicated to work and willing to go one step further if the situation requires
- Able to multitask and work under pressure
- Good time management, observance of deadlines and schedules
- Web-savvy with an interest to learn working with a reservation and invoicing system.
- Excellent command of English (speaking and writing); Extra languages are plus but not required.
- Experience in tourism or at hostels is welcomed
- Curious about Santorini, Greek culture and cuisine and enthusiastic about making memories through photo taking and similar
TYPICAL TASKS:
• Check ins, check outs, answering of the calls and email communication
• Management of the reception including invoicing, payments, administration and reporting
• Customer service
• Sales of in-house trips and activities and vehicles
• Organization and participation at activities and events
• Basic housekeeping maintenance tasks in the kitchen, reception area, rooms, common bathrooms and outdoor spaces
• Help at breakfast or with events when needed (especially during the shoulder season)
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Salary and local health & social insurance
- Shared accommodation + breakfast
- Usage of all the facilities (communal kitchen, swimming pool, laundry, yoga terrace etc)
- Commission from sales
SCHEDULE:
Working in shift that rotate daily:
- morning 8am – 2.30 pm
- afternoon 2.30 pm – 10pm
2 double shifts per month
4 days off per month
ACCOMMODATION:
Bed in our staff area which comprises of 2 rooms and typically accommodates 3 people.
The bathroom is shared by 3 staff members.
APPLICATION:
Interested applicants can send their CV, a casual photo and one reference to [email protected]
ONLY applications that fit the above criteria (EU passport, availability for the indicated time period and relevant application attachments with a reference) will be considered as eligible.
ABOUT CAVELAND:
The history of Caveland is 300 years old. This complex was originally used as a winery. The grapes were collected from local vineyards that are surrounding it. Afterwards they were mashed in a well that is located at today’s reception. Finally, the wine was stored in the caves that are now converted into cave rooms.
This place was later known as a tennis club and it was in the late seventies one of the first hotels in Santorini. It was refurbished and re-opened in 2011 as a boutique hostel. It offers a mixture of private and dorm-style accommodation. The property is a 15 000 sqm large with a big pool, numerous gardens and hidden corners. It is in a picturesque village of Karterados just next to Santorini’s capital Fira town. Karterados village lies on the main bus route connecting Fira with the south of the island. Therefor the location is ideal for those who want to explore the island and still be away from the crowds.
HOSTEL NAME
OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Paid Hostel Staff
HOSTEL LOCATION
Santorini 847 00, GreeceJob first posted: 03 February 2026
Updated: 03 February 2026