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Types of Jobs in Val d'Isere
| Types of Job (Job Descriptions) |
Whilst some jobs require you to have specific qualifications or experience, for example, child care, chef, ski tech etc; all of them will require you to be enthusiastic and flexible. Employers in the Alps do realise that most people come out to make the most of the skiing, snowboarding and après opportunities in resort; however, they still expect you to take your responsibilities to them seriously and get on with the job at hand first and foremost.
It is worth taking some time to consider the different jobs that are available and deciding which one you feel you would be most suited to. Some pointers to think about are:
- Are you handy in the kitchen and enjoy entertaining friends and family on a regular basis? Do you want to work on your own or as part of a small team/couple with your own responsibilities? If so, consider chalet work.
- If this appeals to you but you don’t feel that you have sufficient catering skills at the moment, consider doing a Cookery Course in advance or apply for a chalet assistant role
- If you have catering or hospitality experience but would like to work as part of a bigger team, then maybe a hotel position would suit you.
- If you want to use your language skills or have a strong customer service and/or management background, take a look at resort rep or manager jobs or consider applying to French run companies where your language skills will be necessary.
- If you want to have a sociable time AND get plenty time on the hill, have a look for bar work positions. (NB. Bar work is extremely sought after so prior experience is necessary).
- If you want to use your season to boost your career, then look at overseas office jobs such as accountancy, IT, operational support etc
- If you have a qualification in child care or catering you will find that there are many options in your line of work to choose from with varying degrees of responsibility depending on what you’re after
For more details on what the some of the most commonly advertised positions actually involve, see below:
(NB. Salary levels noted are purely guidelines and only refer to the basic wage. For full details of what the whole employment package will include, see here) |
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last updated 28-Apr-2008 |
| Chalet Host |
Minimum age: 18 years
Duties: Responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast, afternoon tea and a 3 or 4 course dinner for up to 12 guests, 6 nights a week. Food is generally expected to be of dinner party standard so previous catering experience is essential. You will also be in charge of the daily cleaning of the chalet to ensure it’s spotless at all times, deal with basic weekly admin and look after the general welfare of your guests.
Skills Required: Cooking experience, good organisation and attention to detail, sociable and chatty. **See Cookery Courses**
Salary: £60 - £100 per week plus tips
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last updated 10-Dec-2007 |
| Chalet Assistant |
Minimum age: 18 years
Duties: Assisting the Chalet Host or Chef in larger chalets (12 beds +) with meal preparation and serving and clearing at meal times. Your principle role will be maintaining the cleanliness of the chalet, making beds, cleaning bathrooms etc and ensuring guests receive a high level of service.
Skills Required: Catering experience is useful but not always necessary but service industry experience usually is; good organisation and attention to detail and a sociable and chatty personality. **See Cookery Courses**
Salary: From £60 per week plus tips
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last updated 10-Dec-2007 |
| Resort Manager & Rep |
Minimum age: 21 years
Duties: Responsible for the overall smooth running of the resort, you will oversee all aspects of the guests holiday, including; accommodation, organising lift passes, ski lessons and equipment hire, co-ordinate airport transfers, act as a source of local information and deal with all aspects of guest and staff welfare. Being a rep/manager is a varied and challenging role which will require you to work long hours and at times, take the heat for things that aren’t your fault. There is also a considerable amount of paperwork to complete each week with resort accounts, weekly reports, health & safety checks, loss and injury forms etc that must all be completed in a timely and accurate fashion. You will also have regular dealings with the local suppliers and may also be expected to ski guide 2-3 days a week.
Skills required: Good language skills, customer service and management experience, stamina, ability to work under pressure and problem solve and excellent organisation skills.
Salary: £150 - £300 plus commission from local sales
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last updated 10-Dec-2007 |
| Ski Guide |
Minimum age: 21 years
Duties: Responsible for showing guests around your local ski area and après ski haunts. Your guiding programme should be varied and cater for a range of abilities throughout the week, bearing in mind that you can only guide guests on-piste. It can be hard to stay motivated if the weather is bad (or it’s a powder day!) or your group isn’t very good, but you are in the best position to get to know your guests well and will often be rewarded with tips at the end of the week or certainly be treated to lunch each day on the mountain. You will also be required to help out reps and managers with various resort jobs (eg, driving duties, transfer day etc)
Skills required: Ability to ski competently and safely on black runs in all conditions and generally be comfortable on all type of terrain. Good time keeping skills, a social and chatty nature and a clean driving licence are essential. First aid knowledge is advantageous although you will be given training.
Salary: £60 - £90 plus tips
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last updated 10-Dec-2007 |
| Chef |
Minimum age: If you have an appropriate qualification and/or a proven ability to cook then it is worth applying regardless of age.
Duties: Working in a large chalet, hotel or restaurant you will be expected to produce high quality meals within a given budget (including childrens food and special diets etc). You may have to create your menu from scratch or work to a set menu provided by your employer. You will also be responsible for all food ordering, stock control, kitchen hygiene and cleanliness and (depending on the level of position) staff management.
Skills required: a recognised catering qualification (eg NVQ, City & Guilds), experience working in a professional kitchen, creativity, team player, excellent hygiene standards.
Salary: Varies greatly depending on your experience and the size of property you are in. As a guideline £180 upwards plus tips, but some companies also offer an end of season bonus based on successful budget and stock management and customer feedback.
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last updated 10-Dec-2007 |
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