Restaurant Shift Manager, Northern Lights Ranch, winter 25-26

We are looking for a Restaurant Shift Manager for Northern Lights Ranch, in Lapland, Finland. Northern Lights Ranch is a unique boutique hotel situated in Finnish Lapland nearly 200 km North of Arctic Circle. As the name already suggests, Northern Lights Ranch is located at an ideal location for being able to see the Northern Lights. However, it is still close to the diverse range of other services and Arctic activities that travelers seek for as the distance to the ski resort of Levi is just 15 km and 30 km to Kittilä airport. Northern Lights Ranch's international clientele consists primarily of individual leisure travelers as well as a variety of groups looking for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in an Arctic setting accompanied by top quality accommodation, restaurant and activity services. More information about the facilities and operations can be found online at [www.theranch.fi](http://www.theranch.fi) The guest accommodation at Northern Lights Ranch consists of 28 log cabins with huge windows and glass ceilings, with views of the surrounding nature and the northern sky. The cabins have Scandinavian design with great attention to detail to provide a truly unforgettable stay. In addition to the unique form of accommodation, the high-quality, atmospheric restaurant also serves as a venue for many private events, including weddings and group dinners in the winter season. The ingredients for the menus and products are locally sourced and we take a lot of pride in preparing everything from scratch to finish by ourselves. As a Restaurant Shift Manager, your responsibilities will include all waiter duties for breakfast, lunch, and à la carte service, as well as other general restaurant tasks. You will also take on supervisory duties during your shifts, acting as a team leader for the restaurant staff. Youll support the restaurant manager, participate in planning events and orders, and contribute to the development of operations. The role offers variety and a truly international working environment. The job starts in November 2025 and continues until the end of the spring season 2026 (approximately until MarchApril). We hope from you: - Previous experience in à la carte waiter roles; supervisory experience is an asset - Understanding of Laplands seasonal work and adaptability to fast-paced situations - Strong customer service orientation and teamwork skills - Flexibility to accommodate various customer needs - Fluent written and spoken English; other language skills are a plus - Hygiene and alcohol service certificates - Drivers license We offer you: - Diverse experience serving an international, high-standard clientele - Full-time, seasonal employment - A versatile role in a stunning natural setting - A warm, supportive work community and a fair employer who values your work - Contract-based salary and staff accommodation option Interested? Wonderful! We look forward to hearing from you. Please send your application and CV including your salary request without delay. Kindly include contact details of a reference, thank you! Note that applications are reviewed during the application period and the role will be filled as soon as the right candidate is found. Recruitment is carried out together with the Lapland-based recruitment company Nordic Career. The selected person will be directly employed by Northern Lights Ranch. For more information, contact: Heidi-Maria Viitanen, tel. +358 50 4797570, heidi-maria.viitanen@career.fi Minna Mantovaara, tel. +358 50 548 2448, minna.mantovaara@career.fi Nordic Career ~ Nordic Career is a staffing services company based in Lapland and part of the Career.fi group. We do our work with heart, guided by our values: caring, kindness, joy, courage, responsibility, and continuous learning. Lets find you a job that brings you joy! ~ Phone: +358505482448 Email: minna.mantovaara@career.fi Location: Tunturitie 2, Sirkka