Join the Destiny Student Summer Team
Looking for a role that's fun, rewarding, and boosts your CV? At Destiny Student, we specialize in transforming student residences into vibrant summer accommodation across the UK and Ireland. For three exciting months, we welcome tens of thousands of guests from around the world, and we need enthusiastic people like you to make it happen
Why join us?
Hands-on Experience – Gain practical skills in hospitality, customer service, and operations.
Comprehensive Training – We'll equip you with everything you need to succeed.
Team Spirit – Enjoy regular social events and activities that make work fun.
CV-Boosting Opportunity – Stand out to future employers with real-world experience.
If you're passionate about people, eager to learn, and ready for an unforgettable summer, this is the role for youApply now and be part of something amazing.
About Us
Destiny Student provides high-quality, affordable summer accommodation in purpose-built student residences across the UK and Ireland. Each summer, we transform our properties into vibrant pop-up hotel and hostel-style accommodation, welcoming tens of thousands of international guests.
We're known for delivering excellent value, warm service, and well-run operations. Just as importantly, we invest in our people — offering practical leadership experience, responsibility from day one, and a supportive, social working environment. With regular team events and a strong sense of community, our summer roles offer both professional development and a genuinely memorable experience.
This is more than a seasonal role — it's a hands-on leadership opportunity that adds real weight to your CV.
Contract Details
* Contract Type: Fixed-Term
* Start Date: 25 May 2026
* End Date: 28 August 2026
Role: Summer Accommodation Manager
As a Summer Accommodation Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a designated property. You will lead on guest experience, team performance, and operational delivery, ensuring the building runs smoothly throughout the summer season.
This is a fast-paced, people-focused management role requiring strong leadership, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Experience & Service Standards
* Set and maintain high standards of guest service across all departments
* Act as the senior point of contact for guest issues and escalations
Team Leadership & Development
* Recruit, train, schedule, and motivate seasonal staff
* Create a positive, professional, and high-performing team culture
Operational Management
* Oversee front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance operations
* Ensure daily operations run efficiently and consistently
Reservations & Financial Control
* Manage bookings and payment processes
* Ensure all reservations are prepaid, accurately recorded, and settled
Budgeting & Cost Control
* Monitor operational budgets and control costs
* Identify efficiencies while maintaining service quality
Stock & Inventory Management
* Manage ordering, storage, and distribution of operational supplies
Building Setup & Close-Down
* Coordinate pre-opening preparation and end-of-season breakdown
Health & Safety Compliance
* Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and fire regulations
Requirements
* Proven experience in a hospitality or accommodation management role
* Strong leadership and people-management skills
* Confident decision-maker who leads by example
* Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
* Strong communication skills with guests, staff, contractors, and senior stakeholders
* Experience using booking systems and hospitality software
* Legal right to work in Ireland (mandatory)
Benefits
* Affordable Live-In Accommodation – Ideal for those working away from home
* Free Stays Across Our Portfolio – Explore other Destiny Student locations
* Friends & Family Discounts
* Employee Recognition Programme
* Performance-Based Bonus (discretionary)
* Exclusive Local Tour & Experience Discounts
* Regular Team Events & Social Activities
Working Hours
* 40 hours per week
* Weekend work required
* Flexible shifts, including occasional evenings
How to Apply
If you're an experienced hospitality professional looking to take ownership of a summer operation and lead a team in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply.
Destiny Student is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Successful candidates must be legally entitled to work in Ireland and may be subject to Garda Vetting.
Join us for a summer of leadership, responsibility, and real career development.