Museum host 50% permanent position The Jekt trade museum

Right by the sea with the mountains in the background, amidst the spectacular natural landscape of Bodøsjøen Open-air museum, located The Jekt trade museum . A museum that tells the story of the raw coastal culture, and the story of how the jets brought Northern Norway and the rest of Europe together. As a museum host, you will be a key person between the story we tell and the products we offer.

As a museum host at The Jekt trade museum You will perform a number of important tasks. You will be based in the café, but also contribute as a guide/mediator in the exhibition. We are looking for someone who sees the big picture of working at a museum, where everything we offer is connected to the story we are going to tell.

Photo: Karoline OA Pettersen

We are looking for someone who will be a good host for all our guests, and these are the tasks you will perform:

• Information/tour of the exhibition 

• Focus on selling tickets to the exhibition and goods in the museum shop

• Hospitality work such as cashiering, cleaning, telephone and event management

• Handling of cash settlements and cash

• Opening and closing of the museum

• Rotation - evening and weekend work must be expected

Qualification requirements

• Good communication skills, both in Norwegian and English – multiple languages ​​are a plus

• History enthusiast

• Familiar with café and catering work

• Initiative and responsible

• Happy to collaborate with other people, but also work independently

• You must be 18 years of age or older.

We offer

• A 50% permanent position as a waiter and mediator

• Work at an exciting museum, with good variety in the work

• The position is remunerated according to the National Agreement for Museums and Other Cultural Institutions.

• A workplace with a fantastic sea view and an idyllic outdoor area in Bodøsjøen open-air museum

• Possibility to work at other facilities if desired

• Accession by agreement

Photo: Sigrid Øberg