Open Positions
Head of Bar in Como
Ostello Bello is looking for a Head of Bar to join the Como location with a full-time contract of 40 hours per week,
Key responsibilities include:
- Welcoming bar guests in line with Ostello Bello standards, including the preparation of cocktails, beverages, and coffee products;
- Managing and training the bar team: scheduling shifts and holidays, defining professional growth goals, in close collaboration with the Food & Beverage Manager;
- Supervising orders, supplies, and stock management, in coordination with the Food & Beverage Manager;
- Contributing to the achievement of the property’s goals, working in synergy with the Operations team;
- Constant collaboration with the Reception Manager and other managerial roles to coordinate activities and achieve shared objectives;
- Handling basic financial and accounting tasks related to bar operations.
The ideal candidate has:
- Welcoming bar guests in line with Ostello Bello standards, including the preparation of cocktails, beverages, and coffee products;
- Managing and training the bar team: scheduling shifts and holidays, defining professional growth goals, in close collaboration with the Food & Beverage Manager;
- Supervising orders, supplies, and stock management, in coordination with the Food & Beverage Manager;
- Contributing to the achievement of the property’s goals, working in synergy with the Operations team;
- Constant collaboration with the Reception Manager and other managerial roles to coordinate activities and achieve shared objectives;
- Handling basic financial and accounting tasks related to bar operations.
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours
Compensation: Annual gross salary € 25,000 – € 30,000
Workplace: Viale Fratelli Rosselli, 9, 22100 Como CO
Bartender in Milan
Ostello Bello is looking for a Bartender to join the team at our Milan Central Station hostel, starting in September 2026.
The main responsibilities will include:
- Welcoming and assisting bar guests in line with Ostello Bello’s standards
- Preparing cocktails and coffee-based drinks
- Managing the till
- Taking care of the common areas and monitoring stock levels
The ideal candidate should have:
- Experience in preparing cocktails and coffee-based drinks
- Previous experience in the hospitality industry, preferably in the hostel sector
- Energy and motivation to work in hospitality
- A natural talent for welcoming people and a desire to create unique experiences for our guests
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Excellent command of both Italian and English
Working hours will generally be from 5:00 pm to midnight.
Availability required from: September 2026
Compensation: Annual gross salary € 17,000 – € 22,000
Workplace: Via Lepetit 33, Milan
Reception Manager in Florence
Ostello Bello is looking for a Head of Reception to join our Florence team on a full-time, 40-hour-per-week contract, starting in October 2026.
The main responsibilities of the successful candidate will include:
- Achieving the hostel’s targets, both in terms of financial performance and the quality of the guest experience (customer care)
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the reception and taking care of the hostel’s common areas
- Coordinating the team: planning shifts, managing holidays, providing training, and setting professional development goals
- Working closely with the Bar Manager and other members of the management team to ensure shared objectives are achieved
- Handling basic financial and administrative tasks, including basic accounting activities
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:
- A natural aptitude for hospitality and a passion for creating authentic and memorable experiences for guests
- Solid experience of at least 2 years in a position of responsibility, preferably within hostels or similar hospitality businesses
- Strong team management and motivational skills, with a clear focus on achieving objectives
- Energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine motivation to work in the hospitality industry
- Strong empathy and problem-solving skills in dynamic and fast-paced environments
- Excellent command of both Italian and English; knowledge of additional languages is considered a plus
- Good familiarity with digital tools, particularly booking and property management systems, as well as Excel spreadsheets for reporting
Excellent communication skills, a friendly and professional approach to interpersonal relationships, and a basic understanding of the operational and administrative aspects of running a hospitality property complete the profile.
Availability required from: October 2026
Compensation: Annual gross salary € 25,000 – € 30,000
Workplace: Via Faenza 56, Firenze
For any further assistance or additional information, you can contact us at joinus@ostellobello.com.
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Bartender/Bar Manager
We welcome those who never want to stop travelling.
Come discover the job that will make you feel at home, wherever you are.
At Ostello Bello, the bar is much more than just a counter: it’s the heart of our social life, where friendships begin, stories are shared, and every evening has the potential to become an unforgettable memory.
We’re always looking for new talents to join our Bar teams across all our locations: Como, Milan, Finale Ligure, Genoa, Bologna, Florence, Rome, Assisi, Naples, and Palermo.
We’re looking for bartenders who bring energy, enthusiasm, and a true team spirit, and who love making every guest feel at home. If you’re excited by the idea of working in a vibrant, international environment and meeting people from all over the world every day, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.
As part of our Bar team, you will:
- Welcome and assist guests, delivering friendly service in line with Ostello Bello’s hospitality standards.
- Prepare and serve cocktails, coffee, aperitifs, and other beverages with care and attention to quality.
- Handle cash register operations and process payments.
- Keep the bar and common areas clean, organised, and welcoming.
- Monitor stock levels and support inventory management.
- Work closely with the Reception team and other departments to create an outstanding guest experience.
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Have experience preparing cocktails and working with coffee service.
- Have previous experience in hospitality; experience in hostels or similar accommodation is a strong plus.
- Bring energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude to everything you do.
- Naturally enjoy welcoming people and creating a fun, friendly atmosphere.
- Thrive in a team-oriented and international environment.
- Have a good command of both Italian and English. Additional languages are a plus.
This role mainly involves evening shifts, typically from 5:00 PM to midnight, when the bar becomes one of the liveliest meeting points in Ostello Bello.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out the application form and become part of the Ostello Bello family!
Receptionist
We welcome those who never want to stop travelling.
Come discover the job that will make you feel at home, wherever you are.
We believe a hostel is much more than just a place to sleep: it’s a place where people meet, stories begin, friendships grow, and unforgettable memories are made.
We’re always looking for new talents to join our Reception teams across all our locations: Como, Milan, Finale Ligure, Genoa, Bologna, Florence, Rome, Assisi, Naples, and Palermo.
We’re looking for people who genuinely enjoy connecting with others and are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our guests. If meeting people from all over the world every day sounds exciting to you, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.
As part of our Reception team, you will:
- Welcome guests and manage check-ins and check-outs, ensuring a warm and professional experience from the moment they arrive.
- Handle reservations and keep our property management system up to date.
- Assist guests throughout their stay, responding to requests in person, by phone, and via email.
- Check guest rooms and common areas to help maintain Ostello Bello’s quality standards.
- Support the bar team and other departments whenever needed, because teamwork and flexibility are part of who we are.
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Bring energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
- Naturally make people feel welcome and enjoy creating a home-away-from-home atmosphere.
- Have a good command of both Italian and English. Additional languages are a plus.
- Enjoy working as part of a team in an international and multicultural environment.
- Are proactive, adaptable, and comfortable solving day-to-day challenges independently.
- Have previous experience in hospitality (especially in hostels or similar accommodation), or you’re highly motivated to learn and grow. We value attitude just as much as experience.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out the application form and become part of the Ostello Bello family!