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We employ up to 80 staff each season which gives Alpine Elements a unique advantage in offering the chance to work summer or winter and, if visa restrictions allow, back-to-back seasonal opportunities. With a variety of positions available, we are the perfect company to choose whether you are looking for a career progression or a one-off seasonal experience.

We are fully compliant with all immigration laws, therefore we welcome all nationalities to apply that have an EU passport, a right to work in France in the form of a CDS, or are from a country where you can obtain a visa. We are one of the few companies that assist UK applicants to complete their visa paperwork, meaning all UK passport holders are welcome to apply, however the recruitment process has extra steps to obtain your visa and work permits. The majority of our guests are from the UK, therefore it is compulsory that all applicants are fluent in English to be considered for a position.

We are an active company, and we whole heartedly encourage our staff to get involved in mountain activities. Regardless of whether you are new to a sport, or a seasoned pro, we are confident you will find a home in France. We offer an encouraging environment for all levels of experience in a company where we actively look to promote from within.

Our recruitment process is designed to see the person behind the CV. Our personal approach enables us to achieve your goal of working a season, and making the most of that season, whilst delivering excellent guest service. We are looking for passionate applicants who can balance a demanding position whilst maintaining a good work/life balance.

Together we will ensure you will find & be in your element.

As a hotel manager, you are responsible for the day-to-day management of the hotel, the guests and the staff. You will organise, plan, and direct front of house, catering, and housekeeping whilst being a point of contact for guests if any issues occur.

To exceed our guests' expectations, our hotel managers must have good attention to detail, setting a great example to our staff so they will deliver a high standard of service.

You will work to identify new initiatives to improve standards and tailor our product and service to individual customer expectations. You will be a strategic leader with a passion for hospitality, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.

Customer Focus

• Ensure the hotel guests expectations are always exceeded.
• Ensure all customer complaints are resolved in a timely and efficient manner.
• Meet set targets for First Impression feedback for cleanliness, food, and comfort.
• Provide an approachable welcoming atmosphere within your hotel, between staff and guests.

Operational

• Ensure the hotel is running smoothly and efficiently in all areas.
• Complete weekly hotel accounts and administrative tasks including staff rota, risk assessments, fire / health & safety and HACCP paperwork. Set deadlines using this information to ensure all budgets, sales and customer satisfaction targets are met.
• To develop and maintain relationships with all suppliers
• Performance manage your team using a variety of techniques, ensuring your team are happy and confident in their role.

What we are looking for -

• Outgoing and enthusiastic people.
• Motivated to achieve and encourage others to do the same.
• The ability to manage workload by themselves and delegate to the team where appropriate.
• Adaptable people who have a flexible attitude towards work.
• Clear communication skills.
• Team player
• Ability to prioritise and plan.
• Experience handling complaints, ability to think outside the box to resolve issues.
• Previous experience managing team members at a supervisory or management level.

Advantageous if you have -

• Experience of dealing with disciplinary process and/or training & mentoring and developing staff.
• Conversational French.
• Experience at a management level within the hotel industry.

Salary and Package benefits

• 35 working hours a week, which include split shifts with great work life balance.
• Full training and development available with great career progression opportunities.
• Salary is competitive, uniform is provided, and staff meals are included within the working shifts.
• Accommodation included
• Assistance to obtain a visa (UK only) can be provided as an optional extra if needed.

Operational dates may vary by resort and property; however, they generally fall between early June and mid-September.