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Are you an experienced front office professional who embodies hospitality and effortlessly keeps everything under control? At Abdij Hotel Rolduc, you’ll be the first point of contact and ensure that daily reception operations run smoothly.

What will you do?

• Professional reception and check-in/check-out of guests
• Handling inquiries, complaints, and reservations (by phone and email)
• Identifying commercial opportunities (upselling)
• Coordinate with housekeeping and other departments
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping and cash register operations
• Ensuring calm, clarity, and quality during busy times

Who are you?

• Completed, relevant vocational training program (Level 4)
• At least 2–3 years of experience in a similar role (including internships)
• Guest-oriented, professional, and a strong communicator
• Proactive, resilient, and solution-oriented
• Able to set priorities and adapt quickly
• Proficiency in spoken and written Dutch (knowledge of English or German is a plus)
• Flexible availability (including weekends and rotating shifts)
• A valid first aid certificate is preferred

What do we offer you?

• An independent and varied role within a professional team
• Salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, commensurate with your experience
• Opportunities for career advancement, opportunities to take courses
• Mileage allowance (€0.23 per km starting at 10 km)
• 8% vacation pay and pension plan
• Quarterly tip distribution
• Free parking
• Hours to be determined (part-time/full-time).

Interested?

Are you hospitable, presentable, and do you thrive on interacting with people? As a Front Office Associate, you are the face of Abdij Hotel Rolduc. You ensure that our guests feel welcome from the moment they arrive and leave with a smile—and look forward to coming back!

What will you do?
As a Front Office Associate, you are the first point of contact for our guests and ensure a warm and professional welcome. Your responsibilities include:

Guest Contact

• Checking guests in and out
• Providing information and advice about the hotel and the surrounding area
• Handling and following up on questions and complaints
• Handling phone calls and taking reservations
• Identifying opportunities for upselling (such as breakfast, packages, and dinner)

Administration

• Managing and replying to emails
• Entering reservations and table bookings
• Coordination with housekeeping regarding room statuses
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping and checklists

Cashier duties

• Processing payments and settling bills with guests
• Properly handing over the cash register at the end of a shift

Who are you?

• You must have at least a high school diploma
• You’re interested in the hospitality industry
• You are guest-oriented, friendly, and have strong communication skills
• You’re good with computer systems
• You are flexible in terms of availability (including rotating shifts and weekends)
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus, but not a requirement

What do we offer you?

• Working in a young and enthusiastic team
• Salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and based on your experience
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization
• Flexible hours by arrangement (part-time or full-time)
• Travel allowance (€0.23 per km for distances of 10 km or more)
• 8% vacation pay and pension plan
• Quarterly tip distribution
• Free parking

Interested?

Are you the Front Office Associate we’re looking for? Send your resume to werken@rolduc.com.

Liever eerst vrijblijvend kennismaken onder het genot van een kop koffie? Je bent van harte welkom! Stuur ons een e-mail en wij plannen graag een moment met je in.

Become the driving force behind the most distinctive event location in the Euregio.

About Rolduc Abbey Hotel

When you drive up the driveway of Abdij Hotel Rolduc, you immediately sense it: every stone here breathes history. With 900 years of history, our abbey complex is not only the largest in the Benelux, but also a living national monument. We offer our guests the famous Limburg hospitality in a setting that cannot be found anywhere else. From our own vineyard and abbey beer brewery to the 16 (and potentially 30+) unique event spaces: we offer space for experience, tranquility, and creativity.

At Rolduc, we don’t just sell rooms, we create memories. Whether it’s a residential seminar, a dream wedding in the abbey, or a groundbreaking company party, we stand out thanks to our scale, our history, and our culinary delights at Brasserie de Kanunnik.

Your role: Sales with character

As Senior Sales & Event Manager, you are the commercial figurehead of our abbey. You understand that a location like this requires an entrepreneurial approach. You are our commercial figurehead with a sense of tradition, but with a keen eye on the future. As head of department, you lead the sales team and contribute strategically to the growth of Rolduc.

What will you do?

You are ultimately responsible for the commercial results. You not only work in the department, but also on the department.

• Strategic development: You translate objectives into a concrete action plan for the coming years, including a solid financial foundation.
• Actieve acquisitie:je zit niet te wachten tot de telefoon gaat. Je benadert proactief jouw netwerk en nieuwe leads om events naar de Abdij te halen.
• Concept development: You develop innovative meeting packages and out-of-the-box concepts for product launches and exclusive events, among other things.
• Lead-to-Event: You manage the process from initial sales contact through to after-sales and invoicing. You ensure that the post-calculation is correct.
• Operational management: You manage the sales team and are the main point of contact for the client during important events.
• Internal collaboration: You liaise directly with the General Manager and department heads (F&B and Chef) to ensure that implementation is seamlessly aligned with sales.

Who are you?

• A commercial engine: You get energy from targets and attracting new international customers, while actively maintaining and further expanding existing relationships.
• Experienced leader: You have at least 1 year of sales experience and at least 3 years of experience in a role within the hotel or event & hospitality industry. You know how to coach a team (a managerial position is desirable).
• Strong analytical skills: You understand the figures behind the events and can accurately prepare quotations, KPIs, and budgets.
• Welcoming & Presentable: You are the face of our heritage and radiate Limburg hospitality in a professional manner.

What makes us different?

Werken op een locatie met 900 jaar geschiedenis is bijzonder, maar we bieden meer dan alleen historie:

• One of the largest players in the region with enormous growth potential.
• Unieke troeven: een eigen wijngaard, abdijbierbrouwerij en 30+ verschillende ruimtes.
• De vrijheid om concepten echt ‘from scratch’ te ontwikkelen en in de markt te zetten.

Ready for this challenge?

Do you have the sales drive and experience to help Rolduc grow commercially? Send your resume and cover letter to werken@rolduc.com.

The delicious cup of coffee with Limburg flan is already waiting for you in our cosy brasserie!

Full-time position (38 hours per week).

Plot: Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade.

The team at Abdij Hotel Rolduc is looking for a team player. who can support our Front Office team. We are a close-knit team and, in addition, we are a little quirky, ambitious, but above all a real “pack of wolves’.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Receiving and welcoming our guests.
• Taking and processing reservations.
• Checking in and out domestic and foreign guests.
• Ensuring proper information towards our guests.
• Handling incoming and outgoing telephone and email traffic.
• Informing other departments such as Housekeeping and Sales.
• Support with administrative tasks.

Job Requirements:

• You are enrolled in at least a vocational education program.
• You are computer literate and a quick learner.
• You are business minded, presentable and possess strong communication skills.
• You are flexible, proactive and customer-oriented.
• Weekend days are also regular work days for you.

What we offer:

• A recognized training company
• Guidance from your coach with experience in the hotel and events industry who is eager to take you on a journey!
• An open atmosphere and a young team that forms the basis for the successful expansion of Abdij Hotel Rolduc.

Interested?
Are you the spontaneous front office intern we are seeking? Are you the person we are looking for? Send your resume to: werken@rolduc.com

Leading with a passion for hospitality and team development.

As Front Office Supervisor At Abdij Hotel Rolduc, you are the face of our iconic location and play a crucial role in creating unforgettable guest experiences. You will lead a young and dynamic front office team, coaching, motivating, and training them to take their skills to the next level. In addition, you will ensure smooth collaboration with other departments such as housekeeping, sales, and F&B, to provide our guests with a seamless experience.

What falls under your responsibility:

• Leadership and Team Development: Managing, training, and motivating your team to ensure a high level of service. You act as a coach and mentor for a young team.
• Guest experience: Ensuring a warm welcome, checking guests in and out, providing information, and resolving questions and complaints. Upselling and creating personalized guest experiences are key.
• Operations Management: Day-to-day coordination of the front office, including work schedules, training schedules, and staff planning. You are the link between the front office, housekeeping, sales, and food and beverage department.
• Administration and Communication: Managing emails, room reservations, and correctly processing checklists. Keeping track of daily financial transactions and reports to management.
• Accommodation and Facilities: Collaborate with housekeeping on room statuses and quality checks to ensure the highest standards are maintained.

Your Profile:

• At least a completed vocational education in hospitality or comparable experience as a Front Office Supervisor.
• Experience in training and motivating young teams, mentor.
• Experience with housekeeping processes is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, both in Dutch and English (other languages such as German or French are an advantage).
• PMS Systems: You have experience with Property Management Systems and can train and support your team in this area.
• Package management: Experience in creating and managing packages.
• Online Travel Agents (OTAs): Experience in managing and optimizing OTA channels.
• Administrative Tasks: Familiar with both front office and back office tasks, including reservation management and financial administration (cash registers).
• Personnel management: Experience with personnel planning, HR, training, coaching, and team development.
• System integrations: Experience with links between different operational systems.
• Proactive, service-oriented, and flexible with an eye for detail.
• Willing to work varying shifts and weekends.

What we offer you:

• A challenging position within a unique, historic working environment.
• Career advancement opportunities within an ambitious team.
• Competitive salary in accordance with the collective labor agreement.
• Flexible working hours and a dynamic, close-knit working atmosphere.
• Opportunities to attend training courses and educational programs to support your professional development.
• Work phone and laptop.

Interested?
Are you the driven Front Office Supervisor? Who are we looking for? Please send your resume to Human Resources: werken@rolduc.com.

F&B Allround Supervisor

Location: Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade

Who are we looking for?

As F&B All-round Supervisor at Abdij Hotel Rolduc, you are an energetic and driven leader who likes to take charge on the work floor. You ensure that our guests enjoy an extraordinary experience time and time again, while motivating and developing your team.

Your profile:

• You are fluent in Dutch and English (German and/or French is an advantage).
• You are structured, work in great detail, and have a businesslike attitude.
• Strong communication skills and a professional appearance.
• Broad affinity with gastronomy and the hotel industry, with an international perspective.
• Flexible, proactive, and guest-oriented.
• Weekends and holidays are no problem for you.
• In possession of a driver’s license.
• Residing in Limburg (preferred).

Your duties and responsibilities:

• Guiding, training, and motivating employees, with an eye for detail and hospitality.
• Conducting progress interviews and supporting the development of the F&B team.
• Prepare, execute, and complete daily tasks based on banqueting sheets and restaurant lists.
• Ensuring service quality using checklists.
• Responsible for all HACCP activities, with the exception of the kitchen.
• Hosting dinners, parties, seminars, and conferences for 2 to 400 people.

What do we offer you?

• A competitive salary commensurate with your experience.
• Working in a historic and inspiring environment.
• Guidance from an experienced F&B manager who is eager to take you on a journey through the world of hospitality and events.
• An open atmosphere and close-knit team that forms the basis for the successful expansion of Abdij Hotel Rolduc.
• Flexible working hours, including evening and weekend shifts.
• Travel allowance and vacation pay.

Employment:

• Temporary appointment for a period of 6 months, with the possibility of a permanent contract if performance is satisfactory.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in the hospitality industry is desirable.

Interested?

Are you the motivated supervisor we are looking for? Send us your application to werken@rolduc.com and convince us of your qualities!

We are a little quirky, ambitious but above all a real pack of wolves. We are part of Different Hotels and the Van Melick Catering Group. Are you the commis chef who can make our culinary dreams come true? If you have a passion for taste, a hefty dose of creativity and a heart that beats faster at the sight of fresh ingredients, we have a perfect chair waiting for you at our kitchen table. We are looking for a commis chef to join us in creating a masterpiece every day.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• You provide a professional efficient and flexible service.
• Mise en place.
• Preparing appetizers, mains and desserts during lunch & dinner.
• Provide input for new dishes and/or menus.
• Implementing and monitoring the H.A.C.C.P.

Job Requirements:

• You have a talent for cooking.
• You have a chef/SVH education.
• You have a broad development and affinity for gastronomy & the hotel industry in an international setting.
• You are flexible, proactive and customer-oriented.
• Weekend days are also a working day for you.
• You hold a driver’s license.
• You live in Limburg or are willing to relocate for work. We are a tri-state operation, which means we hire German, English, Dutch and multilingual staff.
• We are looking for someone for permanent employment and would prefer a candidate who wants to be salaried (no zzp).

What we offer:

• Full-time employment because this responsibility cannot be carried part-time.
• A nice salary appropriate to your experience and growth is of course negotiable.
• A challenging job within a historic environment and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• See opportunities to add value in an evolving organization.
• A beautiful work location with a warm atmosphere;
• A warm welcome as a new colleague.
• A place where your ideas and initiatives are valued.
• A place that strives to let you be your best version of yourself, where you can be in your power and where you are invested in you as an individual. A place where training and development is number one. You live by our key core values and strive with us to achieve our shared ambition within Different Hotels.
• A challenging job within a beautiful and historic environment: a top 100 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Support the FB manager with years of experience in the hotel event industry.
• An open atmosphere and a close-knit team that is at the heart of successfully expanding Abdij Hotel Rolduc.

Our core values:

• Nothing must and everything is possible
• Extraordinary experience
• Happy when you are
• Advancement opportunities within Different Hotels and the Van Melick Catering Group.
• Full-time position (38 hours per week)
• Plot: Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade.

How to apply:

Enthusiastic? We would be super excited if you would apply! You can do this by emailing your resume and cover letter or vlog to human resources: werken@rolduc.com.

Are you the sous chef who can make our culinary dreams come true? If you have a passion for taste, a hefty dose of creativity and a heart that beats faster at the sight of fresh ingredients, we have a perfect chair waiting for you at our kitchen table. We are looking for a sous chef to join us in creating a masterpiece every day.

Key responsibilities and duties

• You provide a professional, efficient and flexible service.
• Mise en place.
• Preparing appetizers, mains and desserts during lunch & dinner.
• Provide input for new dishes and/or menus.
• Implementing and monitoring the H.A.C.C.P.

Job Requirements

• You have a talent for cooking.
• You have a chef/SVH education.
• You have a broad development and affinity for gastronomy & the hotel industry in an international setting.
• You are flexible, proactive and customer-oriented.
• Weekend days are also regular work days for you.
• You hold a driver’s license.
• You live in Limburg or are willing to relocate for work.

What we offer

• Full-time employment because this responsibility cannot be carried part-time.
• A nice salary appropriate to your experience and growth is of course negotiable.
• A challenging job within a historic environment and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• See opportunities to add value in an evolving organization.
• A beautiful work location with a warm atmosphere;
• A warm welcome as a new colleague.
• A place where your ideas and initiatives are valued.
• A place that strives to let you be your best version of yourself, where you can be in your power and where you are invested in you as an individual. A place where training and development is number one. You live by our key core values and strive with us to achieve our shared ambition within Different Hotels.
• A challenging job within a beautiful and historic environment: a top 100 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Support the F&B manager with years of experience in the hotel & event industry.
• An open atmosphere and a close-knit team that is at the heart of successfully expanding Abdij Hotel Rolduc.
• We are looking for someone for permanent employment and would prefer a candidate who wants to be salaried (no zzp).

Our core values

• Nothing must and everything is possible
• Extraordinary experience
• Happy when you are
• Advancement opportunities within Different Hotels and the Van Melick Catering Group.
• Full-time position (38 hours per week)
• Plot: Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade.

How to apply.

Send your resume, cover letter or vlog to werken@rolduc.com

Are you the kitchen worker who can make the pots and pans sing? If you like a pinch of chaos and a whole lot of passion, we have the perfect spot for you on our kitchen team. We are looking for a kitchen employee to join us for a taste of success.

Key responsibilities and duties

• You help with the mise en place
• You prepare meals with heart and soul
• You track supplies

Job Requirements

• You are attentive to order and hygiene
• You have knowledge of the HACCP standards
• You pay attention to food safety
• You have an excellent customer focus.
• You live in Limburg or are willing to relocate for work.
• We are looking for someone for permanent employment and would prefer a candidate who wants to be salaried (no zzp).

What we offer you

• Full-time employment because this responsibility cannot be carried part-time.
• A nice salary appropriate to your experience and growth is of course negotiable.
• A challenging job within a historic environment and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• See opportunities to add value in an evolving organization.
• A beautiful work location with a warm atmosphere;
• A warm welcome as a new colleague.
• A place where your ideas and initiatives are valued.
• A place that strives to let you be your best version of yourself, where you can be in your power and where you are invested in you as an individual. A place where training and development is number one. You live by our key core values and strive with us to achieve our shared ambition within Different Hotels.
• A challenging job within a beautiful and historic environment: a top 100 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Support the F&B manager with years of experience in the hotel & event industry.
• An open atmosphere and a close-knit team that is at the heart of successfully expanding Abdij Hotel Rolduc.

Plot: Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade

How to apply.

Email your resume and cover letter to werken@rolduc.com.

For the brasserie at Abdij Hotel Rolduc—a unique historic venue and one of the top 100 UNESCO monuments in the Netherlands—we are looking for a hospitable and energetic server who will work with us to create a warm, relaxed experience for every guest.

What will you do?

• Welcoming and serving guests in the brasserie
• Taking orders and serving food
• Checkout
• Helping out at parties and celebrations

• Welcoming and professional
• Speaks Dutch and English
• Has experience in the hospitality industry
• Flexible (including weekends)
• Lives in Limburg and has a driver’s license

• Competitive salary
• Working at a unique, historic location
• A friendly and close-knit team
• Opportunities for career advancement, opportunities to take courses
• Mileage allowance (€0.23 per km starting at 10 km)
• 8% vacation pay and pension plan
• Quarterly tip distribution
• Free parking

Are you the right person for this particular challenge?

Vul het sollicitatieformulier in en stuur het samen met je CV naar personeelszaken: werken@rolduc.com.

📍 Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade

For Abdij Hotel Rolduc—a unique historic venue and one of the top 100 UNESCO monuments in the Netherlands—we are looking for an energetic early riser who can ensure our guests have a perfect start to their day.

What will you do?

• Preparing and serving breakfast
• Preparing for the next day
• Assist with sandwich lunches as needed
• Track orders and inventory
• Operating in accordance with HACCP guidelines

Who are you?

• Friendly, positive, and a true team player
• Works in a structured manner and with an eye for detail
• Speaks Dutch and English
• Has experience in the hospitality industry
• Flexible (including weekends and holidays)
• Takes initiative and adapts quickly

What do we offer?

• Salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
• Working at a unique, historic location
  Opportunities for career advancement, opportunities to take courses
• A friendly and close-knit team
  Mileage allowance (€0.23 per km starting at 10 km)
• 8% vacation pay and pension plan
  Quarterly tip distribution
• Free parking

Are you the right person for this particular challenge?

Fill out the application form and send it along with your resume to Human Resources: werken@rolduc.com

📍 Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade

Job opening: All-round Food & Beverage Employee (Summer)

Location: Abdij Hotel Rolduc, Kerkrade

Are you a talented hospitality professional looking to earn some extra cash this summer? Do you enjoy the dynamic atmosphere of a bustling terrace and interacting with guests? Then we are looking for you!

What will you do?

You will give our guests a wonderful evening in the restaurant or during their party!

What do we expect from you?

• You are energetic, flexible, and enjoy variety in your work.
• Experience in the hospitality industry is a plus, but enthusiasm and dedication are just as important to us.
• You are friendly, hospitable, and have a presentable appearance.
• You are willing to work on weekends and evenings.

What do we offer you?

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours, including evening and weekend shifts
• Travel expense reimbursement
• Working in a historic and inspiring environment
• Guidance from experienced professionals in the hotel and events industry
• A close-knit, young team with an open and friendly working atmosphere

Are you the enthusiastic all-rounder we are looking for? Send your details and CV to human resources: werken@rolduc.com

For Abdij Hotel Rolduc—a unique historic venue and one of the top 100 UNESCO monuments in the Netherlands—we are looking for an enthusiastic and meticulous dishwasher to join our kitchen team and ensure everything is spotless, so our guests can enjoy impeccable service.

What will you do?

Lunch and dinner are prepared daily in our professional kitchen. As a dishwasher, you’ll be part of our hospitality You work as part of the team and ensure everything is neat and tidy. Thanks to you, the kitchen and front-of-house staff always have clean dishes, cutlery, and kitchen utensils, so our guests have everything they need.

Your talents:

• You have an eye for detail
• You have a strong sense of responsibility
• You are service-oriented, helpful, and have a positive attitude
• You like to roll up your sleeves and get to work
• You are flexible and available in the evenings and on weekends
• You work well as part of a team, but you can also work independently
• Don’t have the right experience yet, but are you motivated? Then we’d be happy to help you grow in this role.

• Salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
• Working at a unique, historic location
• Opportunities for career advancement, opportunities to take courses
• A friendly and close-knit team
• Mileage allowance (€0.23 per km starting at 10 km)
• 8% vacation pay and pension plan
• Quarterly tip distribution
• Free parking