Overseas Jobs
SKI SEASON JOBS IN FRANCE
SkiWeekends are one of the UK's leading short break ski holidays specialists. For over 30 years we have helped thousands enjoy a ski holiday in Europe. Our aim is to make skiing or snowboarding for a short break accessible to as many people as possible, by offering a huge choice of accommodation and flexibility to some of the best and well-known ski areas in the Alps. Our mantra is...
"Be Happy, Ski More!"
If you are looking to grow your career within the travel industry, thrive working in a team within a fast-paced environment, have a mature, fun-loving but professional attitude and enjoy working to high standards, we would love to hear from you. Learn more About SkiWeekends.
Our ski season job vacancies in France generally revolve around our catered chalets. Our chalets are located in some of the biggest ski areas in the French Alps - including Morzine, Val d'Isere, Avoriaz and Courchevel.
The Overseas Team
As part of your ski season in France, you will be part of our small, friendly overseas team and be "the face" of SkiWeekends. You will be integral to maintaining our high standards and reputation, enabling guests to Be Happy and Ski More!
Here at SkiWeekends, we recognise that our staff are the key to our continued success and believe that happy staff lead to happy guests.
We go to great lengths to ensure that we employ a dedicated, enthusiastic and professional team to work together in the Alps so that you can all enjoy the unrivaled experience of working a ski season. This is one of the reasons why so many of our staff return season after season, and the reason SkiWeekends receive Platinum 5* Feefo review ratings.
Each candidate will be judged on their experience, confidence and friendliness.
Your ski season employment package includes:
- Extremely competitive package, including holiday pay
- Two days off a week
- Training course
- Uniform
- Full season ski pass (optional)
- Ski/board and boot hire for the season
- Accommodation (optional)
- Insurance (optional)
We believe in teamwork, and so all our job roles require a hands-on and flexible approach wherever needed. We are looking for staff who have bags of enthusiasm, willing to work hard and go the extra mile and have a “nothing is too much trouble” attitude combined with a passion for the mountains.
If that's you and you would like to work for Ski Weekends this winter season then please have a look at the open roles below, or send a copy of your up-to-date CV with a covering letter to Vlad, our Overseas Manager, via email at [email protected]. For more information on how to apply, click here.
Can I Work Overseas With A British or Another Non-EU Passport?
In summary, yes:
To work in France you will need a work permit and a work visa before you can enter France to work.
The image below shows the process you will need to follow, and who is responsible for what. We can help with most of it!
More from SBit - If you are thinking about working in a French ski resort this winter (for example as a chef, chalet host, manager, bar staff, hotel assistant or in a childcare role) then get applying as there are many UK companies that want to employ you. Here is the process:
- Step 1: Apply for and secure a job with a UK Ski company
- Step 2: Your employer will apply for a Work Permit for you, you cannot do this yourself
- Step 3: Your employer will help you apply for your Work Visa.
- Step 4: Start watching the snow forecasts and get excited about your season!
The process can take some time, so don’t delay applying if you want to work a ski season!
Many of us in S.B.I.T have worked multiple winter seasons and the amazing experience of working a ski season is one we will never forget and has led to wonderful careers in the travel industry. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity while you still can.
Roles open to apply for now
Please view our application information before applying for one of the roles below.
Chalet Hosts For Winter 2026 / 27
As a Chalet Host, you will be responsible for one of our chalets in the French Alps, ensuring that it runs smoothly and that your guests receive the very best from their holiday. You will take care of all chalet duties, including menu planning, food purchasing, preparing & serving food as well as all chalet cleaning and laundry duties. You will be welcoming our guests, will be required to provide excellent customer service at all times and be knowledgeable about the resort you live and work in.
Approximate dates for employment will be mid-November to late April.
Chalet Resort Manager For Winter 2026 / 27
We are looking for a Chalet Resort Manager based in Avoriaz or Les Gets for next season. You will have hands-on approach to managing, motivating and working alongside a team of chalet hosts running various catered chalets. You will have previous relevant experience having completed at least two ski seasons.
Approximate dates for employment will be mid-November to late April.
Find the perfect French ski resort / ski season job and apply directly with SkiWeekends.