Work in Trinity, Newfoundland – 2025 Seasonal Positions
We are hiring for the 2025 season at Artisan Inn & Twine Loft Restaurant in Trinity, Newfoundland!
At the top of this page you will find a condensed overview of available positions. If you prefer a more detailed description of each position scroll down further!
📩 How to Apply
- Email your resume and cover letter to: Marieke Gow (mgow@trinityvacations.com)
- Email Subject Line: Include the position(s) you are applying for and the word “application”.
- 2 references are required (can be provided after the interview).
- Your cover letter should explain why you’re interested and how this position suits you.
🟢 Now Hiring for 2025
Season: Mid-May to early/mid-October
Hours: Primarily 12–8pm, 5 days/week (some flexibility possible such as working shorter shift starting at 1:30 or 2pm 6 days per week)
Wage: The wage is dependent on the skills and experience the applicant bring to the job. This position also receives a portion of evening dining gratuities
Location: Office is located on the second floor of the Twine Loft Restaurant
Housing: Potential for renting an affordable staff house within walking distance of work – please indicate if housing is a consideration for your application.
Ideal for: Someone who enjoys working in a team setting and with the public
Key Responsibilities
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Take accommodation and dinner reservations (phone, email, social media, in-person)
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Welcome guests and provide orientation
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Update guest info in our systems (training provided)
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Create internal documents and digital content (e.g., menus, forms)
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Occasionally assist in the dining room during transitions between seatings
Requirements
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Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
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Comfort using smartphones and apps
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Ability to navigate stairs and spend time seated at a desk
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Ability to learn new systems such as computer programs with ease
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Availability for full season preferred; Staff who are interested in returning for future seasons preferred
- Must be 19+ years old
✅ Positions Filled for 2025 – Accepting Future Interest
If you would like to be considered for occasional shifts or future seasons, please still send your resume and indicate your interest.
Evening Dining Room Server
Property & Outdoor Area Maintenance
Dishwasher
Housekeeper
About Our Team
We seek team members who are organized, motivated, reliable, team-oriented, and detail-focused. We offer a supportive and communicative work environment with guests who value warm, professional service.
Note: Applicants must have access to reliable transportation. There is no public transport in our area. We cannot currently sponsor foreign workers due to the seasonal nature of our roles.
Still unsure if you’re a fit? Scroll down for a more detailed description of each position or Email us with questions — we’re happy to help!
Thank you,
Marieke Gow (She/Her)
Co-Owner, Artisan Inn & Twine Loft Restaurant
DETAILS FOR 2025 POSITIONS
FRONT DESK / GUEST EXPERIENCE AGENT
Start Date: Mid-May 2025
For full-time guest services position applicants, the option of renting a nearby staff house seasonally or year-round is possible. Please indicate if housing is a consideration in your application.
About the position
Our front desk staff sets the tone for the visitor experience to our inn and Trinity. They ensure that key details are captured about our clients so our entire team can anticipate their needs and deliver an exceptional experience during their stay. This position involves communicating with all team members at the inn and restaurant and speaking with guests from around the world. This position requires quick and considerate problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills.
Tasks Associated With Front Desk / Guest Services
-Receive and process accommodation reservations in person, over the phone, via social media & email, and process through our online booking system.
-Assist guests upon arrival with check-in and area orientation.
-Receive and process dinner reservations in person, over the phone or via our online reservation system, and process through our online booking system.
-Create documents such as menus, schedules & forms.
-Update information in our digital concierge service system. (Training is provided)
-We prefer an applicant who can occasionally assist dining room staff with setting up the dining room, seating guests, and providing occasional drink service to guests when dining room servers are very busy. (typically as we switch between the early sitting to the late dinner sitting. Training is provided)
Task-specific training for the majority of duties will be provided on the job. Previous experience in a similar position is not a requirement, but a strong preference.
Practical details
-Pay will be determined based on the level of experience the successful applicant brings to the position. This position also receives a percentage of evening dining room gratuities. For those contacted for an interview, we can discuss what overall 2024 gratuity amount this position received to give candidates a better idea of income associated with this position.
-This position is predominantly scheduled between 12-8pm daily. There is some flexibility in this which can be discussed if you are being considered for this position. Please include details in your cover letter regarding availability. The successful applicant must be comfortable driving in the dark during the months when it is dark before 8pm. The full-time office role is 5 days per week. We may also consider a 6 day a week option where shifts are between 2pm-8pm. If you are interested in part-time, please indicate how many days a week you would be available.
-This is a seasonal position beginning in mid-May and ends early to mid-October. An applicant who is interested in returning for future seasons is strongly preferred.
-The successful applicant will be working on the second floor of the Twine Loft restaurant. Should an applicant have a food allergy that impacts their ability to work in this setting it should be disclosed during the interview process.
Job Requirements/Preferences To Note
-Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
-Must have a smartphone and be willing to install apps and learn to use apps our team uses for communication.
-Must have the ability to work on one’s feet and go up and down stairs often. Must also be able to sit for long periods and work at a computer.
-Must be familiar with word processing programs such as Google Sheets or Microsoft Word.
EVENING DINING ROOM ASSISTANT
Start Date: late May / early June 2025
About This Position
We are looking for someone to assist in our dining room multiple days per week. This position is to be an extra set of hands for our principal service team so we can ensure our guests are getting the best service possible and busy periods do not become overwhelming for our team. We deliver the experience of a set menu 3-course meal with professional and attentive service, however, we aim to create a relaxed atmosphere for our guests. Our dining room staff (front and back-of-house) function together as a team. This position is perfect for someone looking to pick up a few hours of work a few times per week.
Tasks Associated With This Position
-Setting up the dining room
-Stocking drinks and garnishes
-Drink service on the deck (beer, wine, and cocktails)
-Taking dining reservations from walk-ins
-Confirming allergies and dietary restrictions
-Handling payments
-Assisting cook with plating meals
-Assisting dishwasher with putting clean dishes away
On-the-job training for the majority of tasks is provided
Candidates willing to be trained on evening meal dinner service (in case an extra server is required should a staff member have an emergency and not be able to come to work) will be preferred.
Practical details
This position is $17 per hour. In addition to hourly wages, the position also includes a percentage of dining room gratuities from nights worked. For those contacted for an interview, we can discuss what overall 2024 gratuity amount this position received to give candidates a better idea of income associated with this position.
This position is predominantly scheduled between 3:00pm or 4:00pm-8:30pm daily. The start time may be negotiable on certain dates. The majority of shifts will be between June through September with training happening in May or early June depending on availability.
The successful applicant will be working in the Twine Loft restaurant. Should an applicant have a food allergy that impacts their ability to work in this setting it should be disclosed during the interview process.
This position requires the employee to be on their feet most of the shift and serve on two floors.
Job Requirements
Unless living directly in Trinity, this staff member must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
This staff member must be 19 years or older.
EVENING DINING ROOM SERVER
This position has been filled for 2025. Should you like to be considered for occasional shifts or have your resume on file should a similar position become available, please fell free to contact us.
About This Position:
We are looking for someone to serve in our dining room 4-5 days per week. We deliver the experience of a set menu 3-course meal with professional and attentive service, however, we aim to create a relaxed atmosphere for our guests. Our dining room staff (front and back-of-house) function together as a team. This position is perfect for someone energetic, loves working in a team setting, and enjoys meeting new people from all over the world. Experience is a preference but not a requirement. Servers will develop skills regarding food service, beverage service and food safety knowledge as they are trained into their position.
On-the-job training for the majority of tasks is provided.
Tasks Associated With This Position
-Setting up the dining room
-Stocking drinks and garnishes
-Drink service on the deck (beer, wine, and cocktails)
-Mixing drinks
-Taking dining reservations from walk-ins
-Confirming allergies and dietary restrictions
-Service of a 3-course meal
-Handling payments
-Assisting guests with requests during dinner
-Assisting cook with plating
-Assisting dishwasher with closing duties and putting dishes away during service
-End-of-shift cleanup of the restaurant
-Inventory
Practical details
This position is $17 per hour. In addition to hourly wages, the position also includes a percentage of evening dining room gratuities from nights worked. For those contacted for an interview, we can discuss what overall 2024 gratuity amount this position received to give candidates a better idea of income associated with this position.
This position is predominantly scheduled between 2:30pm-10:30pm daily. June-September and 5-9:30pm during the shoulder season (May & October).
The successful applicant will be working in the Twine Loft restaurant. Should an applicant have a food allergy that impacts their ability to work in this setting it should be disclosed during the interview process.
This position requires the employee to be on their feet most of the shift and serve on two floors.
Job Requirements
Unless living directly in Trinity, this staff member must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
This staff member must be 19 years or older.
PROPERTY & OUTDOOR AREA MAINTENANCE
This position has been filled for 2025. Should you like to be considered for occasional shifts or have your resume on file should a similar position become available, please fell free to contact us.
About the Maintenance Position
We are a detail-oriented business, always anticipating the needs and desires of our guests. Our maintenance team plays a big role in ensuring we are putting our best foot forward and delivering an amazing experience. The individual who fills this position will interact with all Artisan Inn staff members throughout their day as well as guests who require assistance during their stay. In addition to routine daily tasks, our maintenance team helps with special projects and repairs throughout our various properties all located in historic Trinity.
Tasks Associated With This Position
-Assist housekeeping staff with daily turnovers: cleaning of BBQs, removal of waste and recyclables from properties and occasionally stripping beds on heavy turnover days.
-Assist restaurant staff with receiving deliveries and bringing food and wine from storage to the restaurant.
-Checking and documenting refrigerator and freezer temperatures to ensure food safety.
-Perform general maintenance throughout our 10 properties, including: fixing minor plumbing and electrical issues, installing, assembling and repairing furniture and appliances and repairing minor damage to properties.
-Perform general upkeep of properties and occasional special projects (ex: maintenance of fencing, windows, doors and exterior siding, assisting with carpentry projects, interior and exterior painting, general lawn care, and gardening).
-Ensure propane appliances always have propane and industrial dishwasher always has cleaning agents.
-Identify issues that need to be fixed and communicate with dining and housekeeping staff about issues they need fixed.
-Interact with guests in a professional and friendly manner when assistance is required.
Practical Details
This position is 40-50 hours per week, 5 sometimes 6 days per week. Schedules will be determined with your colleagues on the maintenance team. The pay for this position ranges from $17-$19 per hour depending on the work experience of the applicant.
Job Requirements/Preferences To Note
-Has a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
-Has a smartphone and is willing to install apps and learn to use apps our team uses for communication. (this is a strong preference versus a requirement).
-Has experience with building maintenance.
-Any professional or amateur carpentry, electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, plastering or painting experience is not required but is highly valued.
-Knowing about gardening or landscaping is not required but is highly valued.
-Possess the ability to work in a team setting, but can also perform self-directed work without supervision once trained and instructed on a task.
-Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and problem-solving skills.
DISHWASHER
This position has been filled for 2025. Should you like to be considered for occasional shifts or have your resume on file should a similar position become available, please fell free to contact us.
About This Position
The dishwasher is a critical member of the team and plays a critical role in keeping our dining room flowing smoothly. The dishwasher is working with a restaurant-grade floor-model dishwasher. If you have a daytime job and are interested in this position, but are unsure if you can make the shifts line up, please feel free to reach out and discuss it with us. Our dining room operates with 2 sittings in from June-September 5:15 and 8pm, each offering a 3-course meal. During shoulder season months there is one sitting offering a 3-course meal. Each sitting accommodates a maximum of 25 guests. As drink service also takes place from 3-5 on the deck and the cook prepares the evening meal throughout the day there are often dishes ready for washing when the dishwasher arrives for their shift.
Tasks Associated With This Position
-Arrive prior to the start of dinner service to wash the dishes from dinner prep and deck service
-Wash dishes during dinner service
-Assist with the closing of the Twine Loft in the evenings
-Pick garnishes from the garden for evening meals
-On the Job Training is Provided
Practical details
This position is $17 per hour. In addition to hourly wages, the position also includes a percentage of dining room gratuities on nights worked. For those contacted for an interview, we can discuss what overall 2024 gratuity amount this position received to give candidates a better idea of income associated with this position.
This position is predominantly scheduled between 4:30-10:30pm daily. The start time may be negotiable on certain dates. During shoulder season we only have one sitting and the position runs from 6:30pm-9:30pm roughly.
The successful applicant will be working in the Twine Loft restaurant. Should an applicant have a food allergy that impacts their ability to work in this setting it should be disclosed during the interview process.
This job requires standing for the entirety of the shift and lifting trays of dishes out of our commercial dishwasher.
Job Requirements
Unless living directly in Trinity, this staff member must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
This staff member must be 19 years or older.
PLEASE SEE TOP OF PAGE FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO APPLY
ABOUT OUR TEAM
We cater to a clientele looking for genuine interactions and considerate service. They appreciate the care our team members put into the details of their experience. Guests often leave saying that watching our staff interact with each other makes our business stand out among others. For this reason, we hire just as much for attitude as we do for skill. The restaurant and accommodations industry can be demanding and fast-paced. Our team members show up ready to work and support each other. They collaborate to find solutions when scheduling challenges arise due to special or unexpected life events. If you are applying for a position with our establishment please provide details in your cover letter that provide insight into how the position you are applying for will be a good fit with your interests and other commitments in your life. If you are contacted for an interview we encourage you to address any concerns or challenges that may arise if you are awarded the roles (such as potential scheduling concerns) so we can determine together in advance if solutions are possible.
To manage everyone’s time effectively, we will only respond to applications that we feel meet our criteria for an interview based on the provided resume and cover letter. Candidates must live within a reasonable distance of our region or demonstrate the ability to independently secure housing should they be awarded the position. There is no public transportation in our area. Employees must have a reliable transportation option for getting to work.
We are not in a position to sponsor foreign workers at this time due to only having seasonal work to offer.
Thank You,
Marieke (Pronounced Marie-kah) Gow
Co-Owner Artisan Inn & Twine Loft Restaurant
Pronouns She/Her
Are you wondering if you are a good fit for our team? Here are some skills & attitudes that impress us!
Organized
Reliable
Takes responsibility for learning the skills and knowledge provided
Team-oriented
Detail-oriented
Customer service-oriented
Motivated
Works well under pressure
The ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment
Positive Attitude
Willingness to lend a hand when a colleague needs it
