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Hospitality

Working at Henri Willig in Giethoorn, Dutch Venice,  means working in a place where every day feels like a holiday. In the middle of the beautiful water village, we welcome visitors from home and abroad who come to enjoy our cheese products, shopping experience and hospitality in shop, restaurant and on the water.

Our shop and catering team ensure that every guest feels welcome. Whether you are serving coffee, advising guests on our products, helping in the service or making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes: you are an important part of the experience that visitors will remember for a long time.

At Henri Willig, you work with colleagues who enjoy their work, love variety and meet people from all parts of the world every day. No two days are the same.

Why work in our hospitality and retail team?

  • Working in a unique tourist location in Giethoorn.
  • Daily contact with international guests.
  • A friendly and close-knit team.
  • A lot of variation in activities
  • Flexible working hours
  • Room to learn and develop yourself.
  • Working for a strong Dutch family business with a passion for quality and hospitality.

Which hospitality job suits you?

As a catering assistant waitress, you are the face of our catering business. You receive guests, take orders, serve dishes and drinks and ensure that visitors have a pleasant experience. You enjoy making contact with people and love to pamper guests. As a dishwasher assistant, you will support the independent working chef with keeping the kitchen clean and washing dishes. As a sales assistant at the ice cream parlour you treat our visitors to artisanal ice cream specialities. ;As a general facilities employee hospitality you will help in maintenance, interior care, cleaning and other supportive matters e.g. helping the Skipper with stocking and preparing the tour boat for departure. 

Hospitality

Sales assistant in the Henri Willig Cheese Farm Store

Are you hospitable, enthusiastic and love contact with people? As a shop assistant in our Cheese Farm Store in Giethoorn, you are the face of Henri Willig. You will welcome visitors from all over the world, proudly tell them about our artisanal cheeses and help guests make their choice.

You will work at a unique location where tourism, experience and hospitality come together. No two days are the same: one moment you give product advice, the next you take care of an attractive shop presentation or tell the cheese story to a group of international visitors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is it like to work in the hospitality industry in Giethoorn?

Working in hospitality in Giethoorn means working at one of the most visited tourist locations in the Netherlands. You will receive guests from home and abroad every day, work in a friendly and dynamic environment and be part of a close-knit team. The combination of hospitality, hospitality and international tourism means that no working day is ever the same.

What hospitality vacancies does Henri Willig have in Giethoorn?

At Henri Willig Giethoorn, vacancies are regularly available for catering staff, service staff, all-round catering staff, shop staff and team leaders. Depending on the season and how busy it is, part-time, full-time and holiday job opportunities are available.

Do I need experience to work in hospitality at Henri Willig?

No, hospitality experience is not always necessary. Enthusiasm, hospitality and a positive attitude are at least as important to us. Of course, experience in hospitality, service or retail is a plus, but we are happy to teach you the tricks of the trade on the shop floor.

What makes working at Henri Willig Giethoorn special?

Our location in Giethoorn attracts visitors from all over the world every year. As a result, you will work in an international environment where you will meet new people every day. You will also get to know the world of artisan cheese, Dutch hospitality and work with colleagues who, like you, get energy from satisfied guests.

Are there flexible working hours within the hospitality industry?

Yes. We offer various opportunities for students, starters, part-timers and full-time workers. Working hours are tailored to the opening hours and the busy schedule on site. As a result, there are often opportunities for weekend work, holiday work and flexible schedules.

Why choose a hospitality job in Giethoorn?

A hospitality job in Giethoorn offers more variety than many other hospitality locations. You will work in a unique tourist environment, meet international visitors and develop important skills in hospitality, communication, sales and cooperation. This makes working in hospitality in Giethoorn not only fun, but also valuable for your future career.

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