Ski season jobs

Types of ski season jobs

Ski Rep

A ski representative is the main point of contact for guests. The primary duty of a Rep is to be on call for guests during their holiday, in response to troubleshooting problems, dealing with all types of requests and source in-resort activities, such as après-ski events. This job is great for experience in customer service and will help any future career in the tourism or hospitality industry.

Resort Manager

A resort manager is most likely to be offered to people who have worked a season before and are looking for a step up. Usual duties include monitoring all the chalets within resort for the company, driving company vehicles, and resolving any guest grievances professionally.

Chalet Manager

The master of delivering unparalleled levels of service and the highest of standards. Assisting the Resort Manager and line managing all chalet staff.

Chalet Housekeeper

In charge of the overall running of the chalet, from cleaning rooms to mealtime serving.

Chalet Chef

In charge of prepping and cooking all meals, plus keeping the kitchen clean. A chef is usually employed in larger chalets and chalet hotels.

Chalet Host

A chalet host is responsible for the running of the chalet, preparing food, cleaning rooms and communal areas, as well as delivering the welcome speech to guests and being their point of contact in the chalet.

Maintenance Person

Ideal for the DIY enthusiast. Your time will be spent taking care of guest and goods transportation and ensuring excellent condition of the chalets.

All chalet-based jobs come with one or two days off per week, depending on the company you’re working for and the country.

Beauty Therapy & Massage Jobs

Trained beauty and massage therapists can certainly find work in ski resorts. There are in-resort services whereby you travel to different properties for work or there are jobs as part of an in-house ski operator service.

Ski or Snowboard Instructor

Ensure your chosen course delivers an internationally recognised qualification is recognised in most countries as it can be very tricky to get work as in instructor in certain countries for non-nationals. There are dedicated instructor courses easily accessible online. Be prepared for the cost of the course as they start around £1700 just for level 1.

Bar & Waiting Staff

The abundance of bars and restaurants spread across the mountains in every resort. Should you be looking for this type of work, be expected to work night shifts (mixed in with some earlier shifts); however, this gives you lots of opportunity to ride down that gorgeous white piste during the days, so there’s no excuse for turning up to work without a beaming smile on your face. Working in bars are a great way to get to know the punters. This is certainly a job for the charismatic social butterfly.

Rental Shop Staff

Working in a ski rental shop is a great way to be able to experience the mountain a lot. Prior experience in retail and a knowledge of boot/ski fitting is favourable and particularly if this isn’t your first season as a ski/snowboard technician. Alternatively, gain experience by working in the rental shop as an assistant first.

Nanny/Childcare

For this job, a childcare qualification is essential. Nannies are in high demand in ski resorts. You can work for a company offering childcare services or privately. If you enjoy working with children and have the experience, then this is a good role for you. It can limit your time on the slopes though, so make the most of your days off to enjoy the mountain too.