Help at a boutique ski lodge in the heart of the Japanese Alps in Nagano, Japan

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  Description

  Our charming cedar wood ski chalet and restaurant are nestled in the heart of Madarao village in the Japanese Alps of Nagano. The Chalet has 7 beautifully appointed rooms, we're just 100 meters away from the ski slopes, making it an ideal location for snow lovers. On the bullet train, we're an easy 2 hours from Tokyo and less than 15 minutes from Nagano city - the home of the 1998 Olympics and the centre of a region rich in activities, culture, nature, temples and wonderful cuisine.
  
  Our cosy chalet has been lovingly restored over recent years with a new dining room, designer fireplace, Japanese ofuro bathtubs, comfy lounges, plush carpet, new bathrooms, drying room for ski gear, quality furnishings and lovely Japanese art, crafts & photography - adding a cultural richness to the overall ambiance.
  
  We value dedicated and caring staff who are committed to providing exceptional service to our guests. We strive for perfection in everything we do, and are seeking individuals who share this passion and genuine care for visitors. As you'll be part of a close-knit team in a relatively small mountain village, we welcome people with a collaborative, kind, adventurous spirit. We value and celebrate diversity and have zero tolerance for any form of discrimination or harm.
  
  We take great care of our staff, offering full training and orientation, excellent accommodation, a season lift pass for full time staff who stay for the entire ski season, and numerous other benefits. Our bilingual Japanese staff members contribute significantly to your cultural immersion and learning experience during your time in Japan.
  
  Join us and become part of something truly special amidst the breathtaking mountains of Japan.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  With our bilingual Japanese staff and friends, you will have the opportunity to learn about the culture and language of Japan. You will also share a staff lodge with many people from around the world. This is a unique opportunity for a truly enjoyable, adventurous, rich, multi-cultural working holiday experience where lifelong friends will be made.

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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

  We are hiring for ski season 2025/26!
  
  The roles are...
  
  Cocktail and Front of House - As our Front of House Cocktail Bar Person & Waiter, you’ll greet customers with a friendly smile, craft classic and creative cocktails, and ensure each guest feels right at home sitting in front of the fireplace. We value a calm, personable approach over rushing service, so you’ll have the opportunity to engage with visitors, share local tips, and foster a cozy welcoming atmosphere. If you love meeting new people, take pride in thoughtful hospitality, and enjoy working in a laid-back environment, we’d be delighted to hear from you!
  
  Housekeepers - Detail oriented housekeepers with a commitment to maintaining gorgeous, clean, organized, and welcoming spaces. Our housekeepers need to love attention to detail ensuring a high standard of comfort and satisfaction. In this role, you’ll be responsible for tidying rooms, changing linens, restocking supplies, and maintaining inviting common areas. We focus on thoughtful service, so you’ll have time to pay attention to details and create a welcoming environment for our guests. If you’re organized, have a warm approach, and take pride in creating a cozy home-away-from-home, we’d love to have you on board!
  
  Snow Ops and Chalet Maintenance- Keep the pathways clear of the metres of annual snow we get using the snow blowers, tractors and the humble shovel. keep the wheels spinning on all the vehicles, keep the equipment sparkling clean and the convenience of the guest experience at a perfect level. Anyone with mechanical skills will be highly regarded. You will also need an International Drivers Licence as you will be transfering guests from one accommodation to another and to the stations.
  
  Please don't apply if you aren't eligible for a Working Holiday Visa in Japan or already have residency. We don't accept any candidates without one or the other and we don't arrange working visas for people either.
  
  Here is a list of the countries who' citizens can apply... Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Korea, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Norway, Portugal, Poland, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary, Spain, Argentina, Chile, Iceland, Czech Republic, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Netherlands, Uruguay, Finland, Latvia, Luxembourg
  
  To be considered for a role, let us know why you want to come to Japan and work in a ski lodge and what makes you perfect for the role. You will need and International Drivers Licence or the right to drive in Japan.
  
  Please have your CV ready or send us a link so we can check it out.
  
  We will definitely review all applications. We take kindness seriously and if you apply properly we will definitely respond. For those that aren't eligible we probably won't be in touch and you can assume you are not successful for a position.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Japonais: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  A big part of learning culture is learning language. With bilingual Japanese English speakers it is a great place to learn and improve on language skills
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  Hébergement

  You will enjoy lovely, clean, communal staff living spaces. Bedrooms are twin or triple share. You will enjoy a communal kitchen, lounge area, WiFi, laundry, heating/cooling, linen, towels, utilities and supplies such as shampoo, toilet paper, etc. Some food/staples are provided but mostly you will be responsible for shopping and cooking yourself.

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  Autres infos...

  In your time off you will be able to ski, snowboard, eat incredible food, see the famous snow monkeys, enjoy the warm local onsens, explore the region and so much more. You should have enough time to visit cities like Tokyo, Kanazawa, Nagano, Matsumoto or even Osaka and Kyoto. Some of the smaller towns in the region are the real drawcard though! Nozawa Onsen, Obuse, Yudanaka Onsen, Myoko, Shiga Kogen, Suzaka and many others.

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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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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  Our dining room is our office in the summer and many of our guests are digital nomads. We have fast internet and even have a fax machine if you need it :)

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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