Live in the Japanese Alps as a chalet host and get to know the locals near Hakuba Valley, Japan

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  Description

  A 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
  1 to 2 months position.
  May/ July-August/ October
  
  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 : Application will open in August 2025
  3 month minimum application
  From 15 December to 15 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, dinners)
  _ 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 for any position at the lodge. 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 of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain

  

  Adventure sports
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  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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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  Green season 2025
  From the 5th of JULY until 31st of AUGUST
  From 20th of October until 10th of November 2025
  
  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 people. Fusion Asian Cuisine.
  5 hot breakfasts a week. Food shopping.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent
  German: Intermediate

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  Accommodation

  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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  What else ...

  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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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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