Posted on 24 May 2023

Bar & Ski Host

Job Details

The Bar & Ski Host is one of the most visible roles in our chalet-hotels, so they are essential to our operation in resort and are a main point of contact for keeping our guests happy. Without the engaging personalities of our staff, their cleanliness, attention to detail and fantastic hosting skills we wouldn’t have so many repeat bookers. It is the Host’s job to ensure our guests are not on just any ski holiday but to make sure they have the true ‘Ski Miquel Experience’.

This is a highly sociable role for people who are willing to work hard and enjoy all that the mountains have to offer. If you do, you will be rewarded with a job that gives you plenty of skiing time and guest interaction, making it ideal for someone who is outgoing and loves meeting new people.

Principal Tasks

This is a split role, focussing primarily on covering the chalet-hotel bar and ski hosting with our guests, although some Chalet Host duties will also be involved. The following is an outline of the principal tasks that are expected of our Chalet Hosts and Bar & Ski Hosts:

Chalet Hosting

Clean the guest rooms (including the toilets and showers) on transfer days.
Clean the communal areas on transfer days and when the bar is quiet.
Serve afternoon tea when opening the bar late afternoon / early evening.
If the bar is quiet, assist with setting up the dining room for dinner.

Bar Service

Set up and be present for afternoon tea served from 16:30-17:30.
Create a great atmosphere with a lit fire and appealing music.
Serve guests après-ski drinks with good company.
Run the bar up until 23:00 with a break for evening meal service.
Keep the bar and lounge areas clean, tidy, and welcoming.
Ensure the bar is always well-stocked.

Ski Hosting

Be ready 10 minutes ahead of the meeting time to greet the guests.
Divide the guests into two groups (if required).
Ski with our guests all morning, stopping for a mid-morning coffee break.
Book a mountain restaurant for lunch each day.
Address the diverse needs of our guests and tailor each day’s ski hosting programme to the groups’ abilities.
Ensure the groups are always safe and having fun!

This is a very social position in which we encourage our staff to interact with the guests become a major factor in the enjoyment of their holiday!

The Candidate

The following is an outline of the personal qualities that are expected of our Hosts:

Personal Qualities:

Punctual
Hard-working
Proactive
Friendly and engaging
Sociable
Team player
High attention to detail
Well-presented
Guest-focused

Essential Requirements:

Must have a valid EU passport, or must already have the right to work in the European Union
Have a high level of English to be able to communicate well with guests and other staff
Previous hospitality experience
A very experienced skier
Be able to inspire confidence in a ski group
The ability to speak another foreign language is preferred, but is not essential

Bar & Ski Host Package

Our Bar & Ski Hosts will receive the following as part of their employment package for the 2023/24 winter season: