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Last replied
23 Jul 2024
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Description
Hi, Emily & Mike here, and we run a ski lodge in Japan.
The concept is simple. A ski lodge tucked away in the mountains that delivers our guests everything they need for the ultimate ski holiday. Comfort. Service. Movie room. Spa room. Located On-resort in Japanese powder. Inspiring and delicious food. Served by real people that know how to have fun & work together as a dream team.
We also run ski-through / slope side cafés at Hakuba Cortina & Hakuba Norikura Resort.
Serving specialty espresso coffee, homemade artisan style baked goods and great vibes!
We have opportunities available at the lodge, and the slope-side cafes.
We're looking for COMMITTED, FUN, ENERGETIC, GO-GETTER personalities that THRIVE IN CHALLENGES, are OPEN MINDED, and LOVE PEOPLE.
The winters are fast paced, and can be an extraordinary experience for those that are willing to immerse themselves to its full potential.
The lodge & cafes will be operating from 20 December 2024 - 30 March 2025.
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Please read below, and apply only if you meet these requirements:
+ Available to stay & work from December 1st 2024 to March 31st 2025
+ Valid international drivers license.
+ Japanese Working Holiday Visa.
Please check the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for more information.
+ Motivated in winter climates (if you're the type that hates the cold, this job isn't for you!)
+ Energetic and confident interacting with lodge guests, customers and your team.
+ Comfortable living in a shared space.
+ Have natural care for others & understand people's needs.
+ Be independent & comfortable managing your own free time.
+ Love skiing or snowboarding.
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE at the LODGE:
+ BREAKFAST CHEF
Previous cooking experience, morning person, bright, energetic, organized, accommodating.
+BAKER
Past experience necessary, working with sourdough is a plus.
Baking breads, savoury pies, sweet cakes for our slope-side cafe.
+ Please note that we all work together, and your position at the lodge can change at anytime.
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Accommodation + hourly wage will be provided for any position.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You'll be providing customers with magnificent ski holidays, and have the opportunity to experience skiing & snowboarding almost every day.
You'll immerse yourself in some of Japan's best powder snow, and live with a tight team in a remote location.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
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Help
Accommodation and an hourly wage will be provided for any position.
The accommodation is shared & is located close-by.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
During the winter: December - March
Singles: Shared room with 1-3 others.
Couples: Private room
Shared toilet & shared shower.
Before the winter: October - 30 November
Live at the lodge in private room.
What else ...
There are another 8 Ski Resorts in the Hakuba Valley which can be accessed by bus (5 minute walk to the stop), or by car.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
20+ hours per week, 5 days
Feedback (2)
We came before the start of the season and we… read more
I could only say that I really lucked out when it comes to this place. This was my first ever Workaway and Mike and Emily were simply the best and loveliest hosts. I’ll never forget the magical 2 months that I stayed with them!
From my first day there, the team made me feel extremely welcome and part of the family. The lodge… read more
All the best with… read more
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We came before the start of the season and we… read more
I could only say that I really lucked out when it comes to this place. This was my first ever Workaway and Mike and Emily were simply the best and loveliest hosts. I’ll never forget the magical 2 months that I stayed with them!
From my first day there, the team made me feel extremely welcome and part of the family. The lodge… read more
All the best with… read more
