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Brief introductions to
the what jobs are on offer with tour operators.
Local suppliers also have jobs available as barmen,
waiters and chefs. Instruction is a highly technical
area and is not covered here. Chalets can range in size from 6 to 40 bed properties and many companies also run Club Hotels (see below) which can take many more. Generally it will just be you, unless you have more than 12 guests, although you can expect help from 'floating' members of staff. Most companies do not require written qualifications, although relevant catering and budgeting experience is very useful. Many companies will ask you to complete a menu plan prior to interview. The menus should be of a dinner party standard, offering good wholesome meals with a local flavour, but taking into consideration available food supplies and budgetary constraints. If are keen to become a Chalet Host, but don't have any catering experience there are a number of cookery courses available over the summer. Natives will bring you details of these when they come in. RESORT REPS AND
RESORT MANAGERS You need to be self-motivated
with a out-going personality, capable of working on
your own or as part of a team. Relevant experience
in a customer service environment is useful. Stamina and enthusiasm is essential as you tend to work a 6/7 day week. In addition you need to speak French, German, Italian or Spanish to a good conversational level. Resort Managers must be fluent. Show
Resort Rep/Guide Jobs CLUB HOTEL MANAGERS Hotel managers need to have good management skills and previous experience in the hotel industry. Responsibilities include management and training of large teams of staff (anything up to 60 people), plus quality control and all health & safety aspects of the hotel and accounts. Languages are essential and this is another 6/7 day a week job. CHEFS
Languages are not required. There is one day off a week. CLUB HOTEL ASSISTANTS OR CHALET 'FLOATERS' Minimum age 19. The main tasks in Club Hotels are to wait on tables and clean the guests rooms. Floaters are likely to help in larger chalets, where responsibilities may also include assisting with the shopping, food preparation and keeping the area around the chalet clear of snow and ice. Some also help with transfers. Previous experience in a customer services restaurant or hotel environment is useful. This is also a six-day week job. Again languages are an advantage but not essential Show Club Hotel Assistant/Floater Jobs PLONGEURS (WASHERS-UP) Minimum age 19. Guess what this one involves. Usually based in a Club Hotels there is no guest contact, but you may end up assisting with shopping, food preparation and 'deneigement'. This is also a six-day week job. Languages are not required. NANNIES & CHILDREN'S REPRESENTATIVES Minimum age 19. The role of a Nanny or Children's Representative working in a ski resort is demanding but fun. These positions are ideal for recently qualified nannies or people with childcare experience who are looking for a challenge. Nannies tend to have their own crèches based in resort, which are run under by a local Nanny Manager. These usually cover children up to the age of 4 or 5, with seperate clubs for older children. It is only working with older children that non-NNEB qualified applicants may be able to get a job and only then if you have childcare experience. Nanny jobs can be for 5 or 6 days, with the one day off and the extra day (if relevant) spent assisting elsewhere in resort or taking a transfer to the airport. French is not required but is useful. Placements for Student Nannies for one to three weeks are also possible. BAR STAFF There is generally a minimum age of around 24. Bar staff can be responsible for all aspects of running a bar. This includes ordering and controlling stock, service, cleanliness and accounts, as well as assisting in other chalet duties. Good social skills are essential. Previous experience and good conversational French are an advantage. Minimum age 21. Responsible for chalet and vehicle maintenance, assisting with airport transfers, helping out in chalets on the chalet staff day off and driving duties as required. This is a a varied and unpredictable role which calls for initiative, independence and flexibility. Proven experience in carpentry, plumbing and/or vehicle maintenance/repair experience and general repair/maintenance is essential, as is a clean driving licence. Many companies employ staff just for peak season weeks. Typically these are companies with operations for schools, or who concentrate on families. However some can simply work with corporate groups and have peaks during the season. These jobs can be chalet hosting, repping and child-care jobs. The package is typically similar to usual and the most popular dates for these jobs are February half-term, April, Christmas and New Year. Companies who recruit for peak weeks only include: Equity Travel |
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