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Jobs at Eskimos in Saas Fee
You are motivated to teach international customers in several languages (German & English as well as French, Dutch, Italian or Spanish are an advantage).
You find it easy to get involved with people and your interpersonal skills are just as well developed as your technical teaching methods?
Then you are right at ESKIMOS. Apply now and enjoy an unforgettable season with us in the swiss alps.
Apply and experience a winter season in Saas Fee, Switzerland
100% position (Nov 26 - Apr 27)
Office & Operations Manager (m/w/d)
About Us
The ESKIMOS Skischule Saas-Fee is dedicated to delivering high-quality snow sports experiences, professional instruction, and warm hospitality in the heart of the Swiss Alps. To strengthen our team, we are looking for an organized, service-oriented, and proactive Office & Operations Manager with experience in ski school management and tourism operations.
Your Responsibilities
Office Management
- Organizing and coordinating the daily office and front desk operations
- Handling bookings, customer inquiries, and guest correspondence
- Assisting guests via phone, email, and in person
- Managing invoices, payments, and administrative processes
- Maintaining customer, course, and staff records
- Supporting management with organizational and administrative tasks
Operations & Organization
- Overseeing the daily operational management of the ski school
- Scheduling and coordinating ski and snowboard instructors
- Ensuring smooth and efficient operations throughout the season
- Acting as the interface between guests, instructors, partner businesses, and management
- Optimizing internal processes and quality standards
- Organizing and managing groups, events, and special programs
- Supporting staff planning, onboarding, and team coordination
Communication & Sales
- Providing professional advice to guests regarding lessons and activities
- Supporting sales activities, including up-selling and cross-selling
- Managing booking systems, communication channels, and digital tools
- Assisting with marketing initiatives, social media, and guest retention activities
Your Profile
- Completed commercial/business education or a comparable qualification
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in ski school management or operational leadership
- Experience in tourism, hospitality, or outdoor sports is an advantage
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style
- High level of flexibility and resilience, especially during the winter season
- Enjoy working with international guests and teams
- Excellent German and English skills; additional languages are a plus
- Confident use of MS Office and digital booking/planning systems
- Passion for winter sports and alpine tourism
What We Offer
- Full-time position (100%) in a dynamic and international environment
- Opportunity for a permanent employment contract
- Responsible role with room for creativity and professional growth
- A motivated, sporty, and family-oriented team environment
- Attractive incentives and employee benefits, including:
- Free ski pass for the resort
- Regular ski training sessions during the season
- Exclusive discounts with various brand partners
- Discounts with selected partner businesses in Saas-Fee
- Workplace in one of Switzerland’s most renowned winter sports destinations
Location
Saas-Fee
Employment Rate
100%
Full- / part-time (Dec 26 - Apr 27)
Education for ski and snowboard instructors
We offer training to become a ski and/or snowboard instructor. In preparation for the 2026/27 season, we are offering in-house training to become a ski or snowboard instructor. The training includes practical sessions in Saas-Fee as well as a theory module (remote). Both will take place in late November/early December 2026. Upon successful completion of the exam and receipt of the certificate, we may also offer employment as a ski and snowboard instructor for the peak weeks during the winter of the 2026/27 season in Saas-Fee, or even for the entire season.
Your role as a ski/snowboard instructor involves not only qualified instruction with technical and methodological expertise but also snow sports and tourism marketing. Part-time (high season) and full-time positions are available.
Part-time job recommended
Workload as a snowboard or ski instructor
If you are employed as a snowboard or ski instructor, you can expect a workload of around 50%, as instructors can never work the usual 8.5 hours per day in tourism, even in the high season. In the first 2-3 seasons, it is usually only possible to work around 3-4 hours a day. With more experience and training, you can teach up to 5 hours a day.
The workload varies greatly depending on the season. During the high season (Christmas, sports vacations, Easter) there can be more work, while January and parts of March are much quieter. Here you have more time for vacation and individual training.
We recommend that you expect a workload of 40-50%. Alternatively, you could work in a combined position (workshop, sales) or in another job (kitchen, service, cab). We will be happy to help you find a job and accommodation.
Become part of our team
Apply early
We have regular teachers who return each year, so there are limited places available. Spring and early summer are ideal times to apply for the coming winter season. You can find all jobs here. Find out early. We are a module provider of the SSBS training. This allows you to complete parts of the SSBS training with us at Eskimos internally and also to complete further modules as a qualified instructor, giving you more opportunities and earning you more. An early application will help you to plan the necessary modules in good time and generally get one of the few places available.