Scandic Kista is located in the heart of Kista Science City, right next to the subway and just a short walk from the commuter train. We’re a small hotel with a wonderful atmosphere and a strong sense of team spirit. Here, you’ll meet many international guests and work in a fun environment where all departments support one another. Do you also enjoy collaboration and varied tasks? Then you’re the person we’re looking for!

We’re looking for a Housekeeping Manager with expanded responsibility for breakfast at Scandic Kista.

At Scandic, everyone works together to create a world-class guest experience throughout the guest’s entire stay. As Housekeeping Manager, you’ll be the one who motivates, drives, develops, and engages everyone on the team to take significant personal responsibility for improving work processes and service as the world around us changes. We’re convinced that it’s when you’re able to grow and contribute all your expertise that we exceed our guests’ expectations—and we also have a lot of fun at work!

What does the role entail?

In this role as Housekeeping Manager with expanded responsibility for breakfast, you’ll be responsible for

• Housekeeping, where—together with our shift leader—you’ll have overall responsibility for ensuring the hotel maintains a high standard of cleanliness and order. This means making sure our guests experience a “wow factor” when they step into the hotel and into their rooms.
• our Breakfast Department, where you, together with our shift leader, have overall responsibility for ensuring that the breakfast experience is world-class in terms of both service and quality. This means working with your team to ensure a high level of service and an offering that meets guests’ needs.

You lead and develop the business and its employees based on the company’s strategy, goals, and local conditions. You have a passion for service, and through your leadership, you inspire and motivate your team members while creating the conditions for you all to deliver exceptional guest experiences together. As a Manager, you’re also an integral part of day-to-day operations; you work closely with your team and are responsible for planning and staffing based on the business’s needs. You’re part of the hotel’s department manager team, which means that, together with your colleagues, you share overall responsibility for the entire hotel.

Who are you?

You embrace change and have the ability to lead others through it; you’re flexible and find it easy to identify solutions and build relationships. You are a leader who considers it a given to be present at various times and on different days and who takes a holistic approach to everything you do. You recognize the value of collaboration, provide regular feedback, and have a communicative leadership style. You plan your time and work purposefully toward short- and long-term goals. As a manager with us, you live by our leadership compass, with “Inspire,” “Collaborate,” “Build Trust,” and “Empower” as a natural part of your leadership. You embody our values and serve as a role model in your role.

You have prior experience leading others in a similar role, as well as relevant education and experience in the service industry. You have strong administrative skills, experience with financial planning and follow-up, and are comfortable working with various software systems. You must also have a good command of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Job Details:

This is a full-time, permanent position.

We only accept applications through our website. All applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline; therefore, we ask that you apply as soon as possible. In this recruitment process, we use personality tests as part of the selection process.

Bring your experience, your dedication, and your way of thinking to us—and contribute to a culture where we truly care: about each other, our guests, and our planet. Welcome to Scandic!

It all starts with you. Working at one of our hotels means being part of a team where thoughtfulness, collaboration, and small everyday moments make a difference. You help create the warm, home-like feeling that characterizes Scandic—by being present, right here and now, and making sure the details matter.

Some days fly by, others are more predictable—no two days are alike. But what always remains constant is the team spirit. You’re there for one another, solve problems as they arise, and take pride in delivering quality—even when the pace is fast. And when you do that, guests don’t just enjoy their stay—they want to come back.

This is how we work at Scandic

We’re at our best when we work together—across roles, hotels, and teams—and focus on what makes a real difference in everyday life. Our values guide how we act and deliver: Be Pro, Be Bold, Be Caring, and Be You.

If you believe that exceptional hospitality is created through collaboration, consistent quality, and small, well-executed moments, you’ll feel right at home with us.