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

  • Activité récente : 16 sept. 2025

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  2025 

 Séjour min. souhaité : Un mois ou plus

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  • Description

    Description

    Green Season May/ July-August / position available from 2 weeks
    Winter season December to Mid march. / Position available for the entire season only.

    For over 10 years, our lodge has been nestled in the pristine Japanese Alps of Hakuba Valley, welcoming up to 25 guests. Owned by a Swiss couple passionate about backcountry riding, it’s situated in Hakuba-Norikura, just a 20-minute drive from the main Hakuba-Happo resort.

    Catering mainly to snowboarders, skiers, backcountry adventurers, and nature lovers from across the globe, the lodge is dedicated to providing exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards.


    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.

    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) °°°°Open position°°°°°
    _ Sous chef ( following chef's instructions, kitchen help, service, diswashing, kitchen cleaning, food shopping)°°°°Open position°°°°°
    _ Bar tender ( serving different cocktails, wine, dinner service, housekeeping)
    _All rounders ( bar tending, service,kitchen hand, dishwashing, housekeeping, driving)°°°°Open position°°°°°
    _ Housekeeper (daily showers and toilets cleaning, maintaining house clean, changeovers when needed. °°°°Open position°°°°
    _Snow removal ( snow removal, driving, dishwashing, service)

    We ask for,
    ° Previous seasonal 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 from 1'200 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

  • Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

    Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

    Jardinage
    Bricolage et construction
    Cuisine/repas pour la famille
    Aide à la maison
    Entretien général
    Home sitting
  • Centres d’intérêt

    Centres d’intérêt

    Yoga / bien-être
    Nature
    Montagne
    Sports d'aventure
  • Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

    Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

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

  • L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

    L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

    Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

  • Aide

    Aide

    The lodge is committed to delivering outstanding service with the highest standards and Swiss quality.

    We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, and approachable individuals who are quick learners, mature, and open minded.
    Ideal candidates can take direction well, thrive in a team environment, and adapt professionally to changing situations. Flexibility, the ability to work under pressure, and clear, easy communication with both guests and staff are essential.

    Green season
    - Chef
    Join us to learn Simon's Asian Fusion recipes and Japanese cooking techniques while also showcasing your own style through preparing dishes and breakfasts. During retreats, we offer more vegetarian alternatives and guests are more likely to have dietary restrictions.
    You’ll occasionally work front of house, engaging with guests and explaining the menu. Responsibilities include managing inventory, placing orders, and shopping.
    During the green season, when we are not hosting guests or retreats weekly, you will also assist with various hotel and chalet tasks, pitching in wherever needed. This may include DIY projects, cleaning, and outdoor maintenance.

    - All rounder
    You are versatile and capable of handling a variety of tasks, including grass cutting, outdoor maintenance, renovations,
    DIY projects, housekeeping, deep cleaning and general upkeep.
    Kitchen help and housekeeping when hosting guests,

    WINTER Positions :
    - Chef
    Join us to learn Simon's Asian Fusion recipes and Japanese cooking techniques while also showcasing your own style through preparing dishes and breakfasts. You’ll occasionally work front of house, engaging with guests and explaining the menu. Responsibilities include managing inventory, placing orders, and shopping. During busy periods, you’ll also assist with various hotel and chalet related tasks, pitching in wherever needed.
    Cooking 4 times a week (3 course dinner menu) up to 25 guests. 4-5 hot breakfasts a week.

    - Assistant Chef
    Support the head chef in the kitchen during mornings and evenings, including preparing hot breakfasts. Occasionally assist front of house by engaging with and serving guests. Responsibilities also include stocktaking, ordering, and shopping.
    During busy times, you’ll help out with various hotel related tasks as needed.

    All Rounders :
    Roles may include a combination of:
    - Housekeeping, service, and bartending
    - Bartending, service, housekeeping, and driving
    - Snow removal, dishwashing, driving
    During busy periods, you’ll also assist with various hotel related tasks as needed.

  • Langues parlées

    Anglais: Courant
    Français: Courant
    Allemand: Intermédiaire

  • Hébergement

    Hébergement

    You will be sharing a room with up to 2 other staff, with shared showers and toilets.
    Couples will have a private room.

  • Autres infos...

    Autres infos...

    - You need a valid Working Holiday Visa or another visa that permits employment in Japan.
    - International driving licence

    We are a 25min drive away from the main town of Hakuba Happo.

    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 to rest and relax after work or after a ride.

    We will be also happy to give you information about sightseeing and other travel tips depending on your needs and interests.

  • Informations complémentaires

    Informations complémentaires

    • Accès Internet

    • Accès Internet limité

      Accès Internet limité

    • Nous avons des animaux

    • Nous sommes fumeurs

    • Familles bienvenues

  • Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

    Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

    Deux

  • Mes animaux

    Mes animaux

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