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Working Requirements

To work with us as a Chalet Host in Lauterbrunnen this winter, you must have the right to work in the UK as you will be seconded by our British company to work over in Switzerland for approximately 60-90 days under the Schengan Visa Waiver scheme.

Travel to areas in the Schengen area (that applies in Switzerland) is limited to a maximum of 90 days over a 180 day period, as a result, we are splitting our upcoming season in two halves for the Lauterbrunnen Hosts.  To be able to work with us, you cannot enter the Schengen area (other than to work for Ski Miquel) from the 8th September 2025 until the 7th July 2026, this period covers a position for either the start or end of the winter. 

Weekly Overview

Please note that the information on this page should be read alongside the job description for this role.

Our Chalet Host position is a diverse role, with a variety of shifts that equate to approximately 40 hours per week.  Typically, the Hosts will have a bi-weekly rota that they work to with split-shifts most days, allowing you to have plenty of time out on the mountain, during the day.  

Please see the sample rota to the right, which will give you an indication of what to expect each week.  The Chalet Host role does vary a little depending on the resort, with some positions being more focused on assisting the Chef.

Chalet Host Package

Our Chalet Hosts will receive the following as part of their employment package for the 2025/26 winter season:

Pay

  • Minimum gross salary of £1,265 per month.
  • Share of weekly tips.
  • One day off per week.
  • Meals are provided in the chalet-hotel.
  • A £200 deposit is required to confirm your position and will be your first contribution towards the deductions noted below.

Holiday 

  • Annual leave is not permitted over the winter as we have guests every week.
  • The equivalent holiday entitlement (based on your time working with us) is paid at the end of the season.

Insurance 

  • You will be provided with suitable insurance cover through a third party.  This provides medical cover as well as your on-piste skiing needs.
  • Additional cover on the policy will be available for gadgets, etc (if required) which will need to be paid for when confirmed.

Accommodation 

  • We can provide you with accommodation in a triple room in the Chalet-Hotel Rosa sharing with people of the same sex.
  • Ski Miquel accommodation is charged at £100 per week.
  • £500 is paid upfront and deducted from your wages over the first 2 months, this is used to cover the last 5 weeks of the season.

Equipment 

  • Skis, poles & boots or a snowboard & boots are provided for you.
  • Additional equipment or changes to such are charged for at the discretion of our resort supplier.
  • We recommend that you buy your own helmet for the season, otherwise these can be purchased in resort for around £50.

Lift pass

  • Arranging a lift pass through us is optional.
  • If you choose to take one, we will purchase it for you and deduct the cost from your wages spread over your time with us.

Uniform

  • Ski Miquel aprons are provided.
  • You will need to bring the following items, for which a £20 contribution is provided and added to your first month's pay: 
    • White t-shirts x10
    • Black or navy blue trousers x3
    • Black indoor shoes 

Travel to and from resort

  • Contribution of up to £135 (each way) towards travel to and from resort (flights or alternate transport). Receipts required.