Chalet Host
Verbier Exclusive · Verbier, Valais, Switzerland ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Hospitality
- Experience
- 2+ years
Chalet Host, Job Role 2026
Reports to: Resort Manager
Role Overview
This is a varied and challenging role working together with the Chef in delivering the highest levels of service to our guests. The role is guest focused and involves both service and housekeeping in equal measures.
Main Responsibilities
- Creating a welcoming and warm atmosphere for our guests
- Full service of breakfast, afternoon tea, canapés and pre-dinner drinks including cocktails followed by multi-course dinners in a plated or sharing style
- High standard of daily housekeeping in all bedrooms, bathrooms, spa areas, communal areas and laundry
- Daily turndown service
- Responsible for changeover every week along with a full deep clean of the chalet and resetting it for the next guests
- Knowing the resort well to inform guests of how to get to their restaurants on and off the mountain, ski slopes etc
- Working alongside the rest of the Verbier Exclusive team to meet all guest needs
The role is demanding and requires someone who understands the need to maintain a high standard throughout the season.
Who are we looking for?
You will be both professional and passionate about what you do, take great care and pride in your appearance and have a ‘can-do’ positive and flexible attitude. All these are immensely important to us, along with being sociable, having a desire to be part of an energetic team with a strong eye for detail. You must be able to think on your feet and use your own initiative.
Skills and abilities required
● A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the luxury hospitality sector – luxury chalets and villas, super-yachts, high-end restaurants or an events catering company
● Experience of housekeeping in a similar setting
● Ability to work well under pressure
● Excellent time management/organizational skills
● Excellent interpersonal skills
● Full clean Driving license is desirable but not essential
In return we offer possibly the most competitive package in the Alps;
● Generous monthly salary (paid into UK bank account-subject to usual deductions for UK income tax and National Insurance contributions)
● Accommodation in Switzerland
● Travel to and from Switzerland
● Food costs throughout your posting to Switzerland
● Winter Ski pack – including 4 Valley ski pass, ski & boot hire, emergency medical and sports accident insurance, ski tuition and other winter activities and events
● Uniform
● 1.5 days off a week (usually Weds and Friday evening)
● Share of the tips
Essentials Required
- UK or EU passport
- UK National Insurance number
- UK bank account and permanent address
- Valid EHIC/GHIC
- Aged 21+ (insurance requirement)
- Available December 2026 – April 2027
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary (paid in the UK, subject to tax and NI)
- Accommodation in Switzerland
- Travel to and from resort
- Food contribution allowance
- Full winter ski package (4 Vallées pass, equipment hire, insurance, lessons, activities)
- Uniform provided
- 1.5 days off per week
- Share of tips