Hosting Couple – Pre-Fleuri – sleeps 12-14

We have an opening for the Winter 2007/08 Ski Season, based in our Pre-Fleuri chalet, sleeping 12-14. The chalet is located in the small village of St Jean de Sixt, near the ski resorts of Grand Bornand and La Clusaz.

With over 220km of pistes the resorts are popular with our returning British guests, but are still predominantly French, meaning you won’t be based in a ‘mini-Britain’ as you are in some of the bigger resorts.

All our staff need to be efficient, flexible and conscientious in their approach to work. To get the most out of a ski season you'll need to be prepared to work hard, be energetic and love working with people. The ski season is a fantastic way to spend the winter and although the hours can be demanding and long, your rewards include plenty of time on the mountain side, meeting lots of new people and our great benefits package.

The General Benefits Package includes:-

• Accommodation: every team member will have comfortable, mostly ensuite and individual accommodation
• Lift Pass: full Aravis Region Season lift pass, which includes inter-resort ski bus travel and free day of skiing in 3 other Haute-Savoie resorts
• Food: breakfasts, lunches and dinner will be provided when working
• Competitive salary: please see below for details

In addition, we offer the following benefits:

• Travel to/from France: minibus transfer from/to London, or flights will be provided
• Insurance: comprehensive policy covers medical, equipment, liability etc.
• Ski/Board Equipment: rental boots, skis, boards are provided if required
• Clothing(work t-shirts, fleeces, ski jackets, rucksacks etc) are provided
• Internet access: broadband access and PC for emails etc.
• Discounted Friends & Family rates: for ski visits
• Other benefits: such as discounted attractions / free ski lessons etc.

We would require our hosting couple, or two friends, to have a good eye for detail and list cleanliness and tidiness as strong points. You will be a main point of contact for guests, so you must be able to build good relationships with the customers and assist them in all aspects of their skiing holiday.

The role of a Chalet Host is to over see the running of an individual chalet. Your job will include all housekeeping duties and ensuring your guests are well cared for throughout their stay. You will be responsible for the running of the chalet kitchen and all cooking for the guests. You will need to be able to produce a varied weekly menu, to include 3 course dinners, a hot breakfast option and cakes for afternoon tea.

As a couple your jobs will overlap and we would expect you to assist each other in your work so that you run your chalet efficiently and professionally. As a team, you must ensure that guests are comfortable and enjoying a high standard of personal service

You can generally expect to work a long morning, followed by the afternoon off, before returning to your chalet hosting duties for the evening. A full day off is taken mid week. You will receive 125€ a week each. Your accommodation will be a solely for your use and consists of a comfortable and spacious apartment close to the chalet with a large balcony, a well equipped kitchen and full furnishings. You will also have use of a vehicle.

As a guide line your shared role will include:

• All housekeeping duties (Daily cleaning of all bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas, laundry room, ski room etc).
• All cooking – 3 course dinner, hot breakfast option and cakes for afternoon tea.
• Serving at table during all meal times.
• Arranging for all bed linen to be sent to the laundry on a weekly basis, ensuring that any ‘in house' chalet laundry is completed on a daily basis.
• Occasional supply shopping, although the main bulk of supplies will be ordered through our main chalet.
• Meeting and greeting your guests on arrival at the chalet, showing them to their rooms.
• Liaising with The Resort Manager over lift pass requirements, special guest requirements etc.
• General hosting of the guests. Ensuring at all times they are comfortable and have all their requirements met.
• Liaising with the resort manager on a regular basis to discuss booking numbers & guest details.

The season will begin on 12 December and run until Mid-April.

All applicants will need a UK or EU passport or a French working visa.

To apply for this role or to find out more details please contact paul@karibuni.co.uk, attaching a CV and covering letter outlining why you would like to work for us, what makes you a strong applicant for the position you are applying for and what you consider you can bring to our team. Alternatively give us a call on 01202 661 865 if you have any questions.