Join our team and discover local culture in Niseko, Japan

Details

• 

  Description

  Hello!
  We are currently looking for new team members to join us in Niseko Hokkaido, Japan, for the upcoming months:
  
  -SEPTEMBER: We need some extra (strong) hands to help us move our office. The job is only for one or two weeks. If you are passing through and are handy and strong to give us a hand, contact us now. Ideally you have a valid driving license.
  
  - SUMMER: MAINTENANCE - HOUSEKEEPING Team Member with experience – from July to November 2026.
  The purpose is to prepare the chalets before the winter time. It includes some small DYI jobs such as painting, fixing windows, assembling furnitures, mowning lawn, general cleaning ahead of guests check-in.
  Concrete and practical experience in DYI work is expected. You must have a valid driving license.
  
  A stay for a few weeks is also possible. This is a paid position with accommodation.
  
  - WINTER: GUEST SERVICE Team Member (host) with hospitality and snow driving experience to work for both our companies:
  
  The host will ensure guests receive warm hospitality, seamless service, and attentive support throughout their stay while maintaining the highest operational and presentation standards. The successful candidate must be flexible, hands-on, and comfortable working in a fast-paced hospitality environment, especially during peak seasonal periods.
  
  Tasks include
  
  For , Hospitality business
  - Check pre-arrival information with guests.
  - Inspect chalets before guest check-in/after guest check-out.
  - Prepare and set up Welcome Packs.
  - Meet and greet guests on arrival for check-ins and assist with check-out.
  - Assist guests with emergency requests.
  - Winter: Shuttle guests around the Hirafu area within designated timeframes.
  - Maintain company standards within all aspects of cleanliness for vehicles, chalets, office and living spaces, both inside and outside as well as personal appearance and in communication.
  - Assist other staff members, including housekeeping when needed.
  - Assist with garbage clearing runs ,snow clearing of property premises and balconies
  
  Niseko Gourmet, Catering business
  - Preparation of all event equipment including crockery and cutlery at the commencement of each shift.
  - Warmly greeting guests upon arrival to the chalet and introducing the chef and explaining the menu.
  - Laying the dining table for the meal to be served in the chalet.
  - Serving the table and presenting each course with a description.
  - Assisting the chef in the kitchen during meals and ensuring the kitchen is left spotless.
  - Liaising with the ordering of beverages.
  - Ensuring at all times that guests are comfortable and have all their needs met.
  - Liaising with the Guest Services Manager on a daily basis to discuss guest requirements & details.
  - Delivery of ready-made meals to properties.
  
  Conditions:
  - international driver’s license and a minimum of 2 years' driving experience are required.
  - valid work visa or working holiday visa (unfortunately, we do not sponsor visa).
  
  This is a paid position with hourly rate. Accommodation is provided, utilities shared between hosts.
  
  Due to limited room space in dormitories, we are currently looking to hire
  
  Girls
  - two girls who could stay from November 30th till January 31st
  - two girls who could stay from February 1st till March 31st
  
  Boys
  - One boy who could stay from November 30th till January 31st
  - one other boy who could stay from February 1st till March 31st
  
  Please note that our accommodation is not suited for couples.
  
  About us
  We manage a portfolio of 20 luxury chalets in Niseko, a unique destination where pristine nature meets refined urban lifestyle. Our mission is to deliver exceptional hospitality, cultural immersion, and authentic Japanese cuisine—all from the comfort of our exclusive private chalets.
  
  Looking forward to hearing from you!
  
  Kind regards, Femke, Ambroise and Eriq

• 

  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance
• 

  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Learn hospitality from one of the leading luxury hospitality companies in Asia and at the same time get the opportunity to work and enjoy all the activities that Hokkaido, Japan has to offer.

• 

  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

• 

  Help

  Are you young and energetic? Adventurous and sporty? Do you love to meet and greet people from all over the world? We are looking for team members with maintenanceand hospitality background ,
  *working holiday visa (please check with your authorities in advance),
  *international drivers license is a must with minimum 2 years experience,
  Open to flexible working hours, working independently, and International language skills.

• 

  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent
  Japanese: Fluent
  Dutch: Fluent

• 

  Accommodation

  We provide shared accommodation with bathroom and kitchen facilities.

• 

  What else ...

  In your free time you can enjoy all the things that Niseko has to offer. Enjoy the nature, scenery and culture that Hokkaido has to offer. And don't forget the Japanese cuisine and onsens.

• 

  A little more information

  • 

    Internet access

  • 

    Limited internet access

  • 

    We have pets

  • 

    We are smokers

  • 

    Can host families

• 

  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

• 

  My animals / pets

Website Safety

Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host

Feedback (3)