Guest Services Team Member
Join One of Japan's Leading International Ski Schools
Evergreen International Ski School is seeking professional, service-driven Guest Services Team Members to join our team for the upcoming winter season in Hakuba.
Guest Services is at the heart of a successful ski school operation. From a guest's first enquiry and lesson booking through to assisting them during their stay in Hakuba and time on the snow, our Guest Services team helps ensure every interaction reflects the high standards Evergreen is known for.
This role is ideal for hospitality, reservations, tourism, and customer service orientated professionals who enjoy working in a dynamic alpine environment and take pride in delivering organised, detail-focused service as part of a supportive team.
Why Evergreen?
For more than two decades, Evergreen International Ski School has welcomed guests from around the world to Hakuba Valley.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences through teamwork, high standards, and a supportive working environment.
Whether you're looking to develop your hospitality career or gain international experience, Evergreen offers a unique opportunity to be part of a respected and established organisation.
The Role
As the first point of contact for our guests—in person, by phone, and via email—you will represent Evergreen International Ski School with warmth, enthusiasm, and professionalism.
You will help ensure guests have a smooth and enjoyable experience from their first enquiry through to their final day on the mountain.
No two days are exactly the same. One moment you may be helping a family book their first ski lesson; the next, assisting a guest with local transport options, answering resort enquiries, or finding solutions to unexpected challenges during a busy winter day.
This role suits people who genuinely enjoy helping others, remain calm under pressure, and take pride in delivering exceptional guest service.
Key Responsibilities
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Process ski and snowboard lesson bookings efficiently and accurately based on availability
- Deliver exceptional guest service across face-to-face, phone, and email interactions
- Handle payments and complete daily cash reconciliation
- Maintain accurate booking and reservation records within our booking system (Roomboss)
- Provide helpful guidance on our products, resort services, and the Hakuba area
- Assist guests with enquiries, changes, special requests, and problem resolution throughout their experience with Evergreen
- Support consistent and professional guest service across multiple office locations
- Maintain welcoming and professional reception environments
- Identify and report safety risks or operational concerns
Winter operations can be fast-paced and high-volume, particularly during peak holiday periods. We're looking for team members who enjoy the energy of a busy season, take pride in helping guests, and embrace the dynamic nature of the business.
Locations
Coverage is required across several Evergreen locations:
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Happo (Main Office)
- Tsugaike (Hub Office)
- Cortina (Satellite Office)
- Iwatake (Satellite Office)
Staff will be assigned to a primary location (Happo or Tsugaike) but should be prepared to assist at other Evergreen locations as operational requirements dictate.
Happo-based staff will participate in a rotating roster that will include both Day Shift (front desk or back office) and Late Shift coverage, as well as rotation between our Groups and Privates Desks. Staff should also expect to provide coverage at our Iwatake satellite office throughout the season.
Tsugaike-based staff should expect to provide coverage at our Cortina satellite office as part of their seasonal roster.
Flexibility regarding working hours and locations is essential to ensure excellent guest service coverage across all resorts.
Schedule & Contract Period
Priority will be given to applicants available from mid-December through mid-February, with full-season applicants particularly encouraged to apply.
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Winter operating period: Mid December 2026 – Late March 2027
- Contracts available across this period with staggered start and finish dates
- Five-day work week (2 days off)
- Standard office hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch break)
- Private lesson desk coverage from 7:30am
- Peak season late-shift coverage may operate between 14:00 and 22:00 hrs
Applicants should be comfortable adapting to different office locations, shift patterns, and responsibilities throughout the season.
Understanding the Season
Hakuba's busiest period runs from mid-December through mid-February, with Christmas, New Year, and Chinese/Lunar New Year periods generating exceptionally high guest volumes.
During these peak periods, our focus is on delivering exceptional service, managing high guest volumes efficiently, and ensuring every interaction reflects the high standards Evergreen is known for.
Team members should expect busy days, changing priorities, and a need to remain flexible as guest demand and operational requirements change throughout the peak season. The role requires professionalism, adaptability, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed to support both our guests and fellow team members.
During peak periods, flexibility regarding rostered hours, work locations, and operational priorities is essential. Our team works collaboratively across offices and resorts to ensure guests continue to receive the high standard of service Evergreen is known for.
Quieter periods before and after peak season generally provide greater opportunities to enjoy the mountains, explore the local area, and make the most of the winter season in Hakuba.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for people who are:
- Friendly, approachable, and genuinely enjoy helping guests
- Proactive, accountable, and highly organised
- Strong communicators with excellent attention to detail
- Comfortable working in busy environments where priorities can change quickly
- Flexible and willing to support different locations and roster requirements
- Reliable and committed during peak holiday periods
- Resilient, positive, and solution-focused
- Professional in presentation, communication, and conduct at all times
Experience
Previous experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:
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Hospitality
- Hotels and accommodation
- Guest services
- Ski resorts
- Front office administration
While previous ski industry and hospitality experience is welcomed, it is not required. Successful Guest Services Team Members come from a wide range of backgrounds, including hospitality, nursing, customer service, finance, and other high-performance service environments.
The most successful team members are typically highly organised, adaptable, comfortable managing multiple competing priorities, and able to remain calm and professional in fast-paced dynamic environments.
Full training will be provided on Evergreen's booking systems, procedures, and operational processes.
What Helps People Succeed in This Role
This role is best suited to people who:
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Enjoy the energy of a busy and vibrant winter season
- Take pride in delivering consistently high service standards
- Work well within a collaborative team environment
- Bring a positive, problem-solving mindset to daily challenges
- Understand that peak season requires flexibility, teamwork, and commitment
- Recognise that Christmas, New Year, and Lunar New Year are our busiest periods of the season and are prepared to prioritise guest service during these times
- Thrive in environments where no two days are exactly the same
- Understand that Guest Services has unique operational requirements compared with other departments within the ski school, including extended operating hours, late shifts, requiring additional flexibility during peak periods
Guest Services plays a critical role throughout the guest experience, from initial enquiries and lesson bookings through to supporting guests during their time in Hakuba and on the mountain.
Successful team members understand the importance of this responsibility and are comfortable with the flexibility, accountability, and commitment required to deliver exceptional guest service when demand is at its highest.
Language Requirements
Essential
- Fluent spoken and written English
- Ability to communicate professionally with international guests
Desirable
- Japanese language ability
- Mandarin
- Cantonese
- Thai
- Other language skills are welcome
Benefits & Perks
Working a winter season in Hakuba is a unique experience, and we aim to support our team so they can enjoy the mountains while delivering exceptional service.
Team members receive:
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Competitive seasonal salary based on experience
- Subsidised staff housing
- Lift pass for one primary resort where Evergreen operates, valid for the duration of your employment
- Full training and ongoing support
- Valuable hospitality, reservations, and customer service experience
- A supportive international team environment
- The opportunity to live and work in one of Japan's premier winter destinations
How to Apply
If you are excited about contributing to a professional ski school environment and spending a winter season in Hakuba, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply online and provide:
- Your CV / Résumé
- A short cover letter outlining your relevant hospitality, reservations, or guest service experience and why you would like to work a winter season with Evergreen International Ski School Guest Services.
In your cover letter, please also include:
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Your availability
- Confirmation that you are comfortable working independently when required and adapting to different office locations, shift patterns, and responsibilities throughout the season. Flexibility is an essential requirement of this role.
- Any additional relevant experience/skills
Holding an International Driving Permit is advantageous but not essential.
Confidentiality & Diversity
Applications at Evergreen Outdoor Center are treated with strict confidentiality. We use professional HR-Software which only grants access to your applications to HR, the Recruiting Manager and the interviewers.
It is our commitment that every qualified person will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion.
