Experience authentic hospitality in a beautiful ski-in/ski-out lodge in Hakuba, Japan

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  Description

  The lodge nestled in the pristine Japanese Alps of the Hakuba Valley, accommodating up to 20 guests.
  Owned by two Swiss backcountry riders, it is located in Hakuba-Norikura, just a 20-minute drive from the main resort of Hakuba-Happo.
  Catering primarily to snowboarders, skiers, backcountry enthusiasts, and nature lovers from around the world, the lodge offers exceptional service with high standards.
  
  
  Green Season 2025 : Application OPEN
  2 weeks, 1 month position.
  November
  
  You are versatile and capable of handling a variety of tasks, including grass cutting, outdoor maintenance, DIY projects, housekeeping, kitchen assistance, and general upkeep.
  
  
  
  WINTER SEASON 25-26 : Applications open.
  3 month minimum application
  From 10/ 15 December to 15/20 of March included.
  
  Please, Before APPLYING you need to have
  
  _ 1 _Valid Japanese Working Holiday Visa.
  (Before contacting us, please make sure you are eligible and start your application)
  (Need to apply from your country of origin) !!!!
  _2 _International driving licence/ able to drive in snow conditions.
  _ 3_ Previous EXPERIENCES in seasonal work is a must, hospitality, housekeeping, kitchen, service, bar or snow removal.
  _ 4_ Reference contact will be asked.
  
  These positions ARE NOT SUITING PEOPLE THAT WANT TO PARTY, RIDE AND JUST WORK A LITTLE.
  
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  The lodge is committed to providing outstanding service with the highest standards and swiss quality.
  We are seeking enthusiastic, friendly, and approachable individuals who are quick learners, mature, and open-minded. Candidates should be able to take direction, work well within a team, and adapt to various situations with professionalism and a positive attitude.
  
  Positions
  _CHEF (food shopping, breakfasts, dinner preps, cleaning)
  _ Sous chef ( following chef's instructions, kitchen help, service, diswashing, kitchen cleaning, food shopping)
  _ Bar tender ( serving different cocktails, wine, dinner service, housekeeping)
  _All rounders ( bar tending, service,kitchen hand, dishwashing, housekeeping, driving)
  _ Housekeeper (daily showers and toilets cleaning, maintaining house clean, change over when needed.
  _Snow removal ( snow removal, dishwashing, service, driving)
  
  We ask for,
  ° Previous seasons work experiences. We will ask references.
  ° Can adapt to a sudden need of working position change, dealing with stress management.
  ° Details oriented as we provide high standard services.
  ° Great working etiquette.
  ° People that love taking care of others and tolerant to guests, team...
  ° Being able to live and share community staff areas together and maintain in order.
  ° Love being surrounded by snow and cold climates.
  ° Snowboarding, skiing, enthusiasts.
  ° Able to live in a remote area.
  
  Accommodation and an hourly wage will be provided. Average working time will be 40h per week and pay 1'000 JPY an hour depending on position and experience.
  The working hours per week will be adjusted and scheduled depending on what needs to be done and number of guests.
  
  if you want to be part of our team, please contact us.
  warm regards from Japan!
  
  Géraldine and Simon

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général

  Home sitting
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Nature

  

  Montagne

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  You will be working closely with a great team in a beautiful environment, away from the crowd. Providing the best experience and quality service to our guests, mainly for overseas.
  You will be able to ride this unique powder snow and immerse yourself into a deep Japanese winter life.

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  L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

  Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

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  Aide

  Green season 2025
  November
  
  Helping to maintain the outdoor areas, grass cutting, outdoor renovations, renovations, DIY, Cleaning,kitchen help and
  housekeeping when there are guests,
  
  - Chef,including other tasks when there are no guests.
  - All rounder
  
  
  WINTER 2025-2026 :
  All Rounder positions :
  - Housekeeping, service, bar tending.
  - Snow removal, dish washing, service, driving.
  - Bar tending, service, housekeeping.
  _ Sous chef, service, cleaning.
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  - Chef :
  Experienced Chef
  Cooking 4 times a week (3 course dinner menu) up to 25 guests. Fusion Asian Cuisine.
  5 hot breakfasts a week. Food shopping.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Français: Courant
  Allemand: Intermédiaire

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  Hébergement

  You will be sharing a room up to 3, with shared showers and toilets.
  The couple will have a private room.

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  Autres infos...

  We are a bit remote from the main town of Hakuba. 25 min drive.
  
  A car will be available depending on our schedule and guest services to drive around the valley.
  Mountain bike, available depending on our schedule and guest services.
  
  Hiking, biking, snowboarding, skiing are the most activities in the valley during your time off.
  
  2 Onsen near walking distance.
  
  We will be also happy to give you information about sightseeing and other travel tips depending on your needs and interests.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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