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Do you have a passion for numbers?

Amazing opportunity to work within Luxury Travel as part of a small but inspirational team who are passionate about their brand, have an ambitious growth plan and the desire to achieve it. We're looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our team in Putney.

We have been offering chalet holidays for 30 years and that success stems from having a great team of highly experienced and motivated staff.

The Accounts Assistant position is a temporary role until 30 June 2021, with the possibility to extend to a permanent contract.

Who are we looking for?

Candidates must have a passion for numbers, accuracy and skills in calculating figures, and a keen attention to detail. You will be competent in IT, and have a thorough, professional approach to work.

Working in a team of 4, the role will be mainly focused in data input and import using Excel and SAGE and other software, plus administrative support to the rest of the team.

The successful candidate would ideally have a working knowledge of both Excel and SAGE and be able to deal quickly and accurately with input/import of data and pick up and implement various other ad-hoc accounting tasks as required.  We are looking for someone with a cheery disposition and an organised manner to join our small team.

Interested?

If this opportunity is of interest please do apply by emailing lottie.james@vip-chalets.com attaching your CV and covering letter stating clearly the date you would be available for employment.

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Closing date Friday 18 September 2020.

Interested?

If this opportunity is of interest please do apply by emailing gareth.crump@vip-chalets.com attaching your CV and covering letter, stating clearly the date you would be available for employment. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Interested?

Please do apply by emailing nicola.hardy@vip-chalets.com attaching your CV and covering letter stating clearly the date you would be available for employment.

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.

1)      You have not packed the right clothes.

It might seem easy – a couple of ski outfits, your uniform and something to relax – but we can guarantee that you’ll have forgotten something vital. Think outside the box – fancy dress will definitely rear its ugly head at several points over the winter. Embrace life with a communal wardrobe shared amongst your roommates and you should be able to muddle through.

2)      You can eat more cake than you think.

Whatever job you’re posted in, cake will be a regular fixture of daily life. There always seems to be leftovers and you’ll never learn how to say no.

3)      Sleep is for the weak.

The 6:30am alarm will seem like second nature after your first week of guests. The first few mornings will be difficult but once you’ve made it through you’ll pick extra skiing time over a mid-afternoon nap every time.

4)      Vegetarian guests are a blessing in disguise.

Being confronted with a chalet-full of different dietary requirements might seem like an impossible task to begin with, but it’s the perfect chance to try your hand at cooking a new menu and learning about different ingredients. The satisfaction from nailing a technically difficult menu and ensuring that everyone has a memorable week is a thrill like no other.

5)      You’ll ski every week…aside from half term.

When you’re used to empty slopes and having your favourite run all to yourself it can be a rude awakening when half the UK descends in mid-February. Use the week to deep clean the chalet while your guests are out skiing and you’ll be way ahead at the end of the season.

6)      Your guests will surprise you every week.

VIP SKI clientele come from all walks of life and no two weeks will be the same. From families on first ski holidays to corporate groups, each party will present different challenges and opportunities. Getting to know your guests is one of the most rewarding aspects of the job and can really make your season.

7)      Seasonaire food and drink discounts are everything.

Producing your seasonaire card and saving 20% on your burger or round of drinks will make you feel like a temporary millionaire. Almost everywhere offers discounts for those lucky enough to work in resort, so make sure you ask around.

8)      The table is the best dancefloor.

Après-ski doesn’t really kick off until someone’s dancing on the table in ski boots. Why is it so much more fun than on the floor? No-one knows, but it’s scientifically proven.

9)      Eventually, you’ll get tired of baguettes and croissants.

At the beginning of the season the unlimited supply of French carbohydrates feels like the greatest thing in the world but come March the lack of plain sliced bread will start to grate. Pace yourself in order to avoid the transmogrification into a pain au chocolate by early April.

10)      It’ll be over before you know it.

One day you’re counting down the sleeps till Christmas and then before you know it you’re waving your last guests off and contemplating deep clean. When you’re living in the mountains, working a job you love and skiing every day with your best friends time passes in the blink of an eye. Enjoy it while it lasts!

If you think you've got what it takes...

...submit a cover letter and CV to recruit@vip-chalets.com to be considered for a role. Read about our top tips for acing an interview with VIP SKI and find out more about what we’re looking for and what’s on offer.

If you love spending time in the mountains all year round, then apply for a role in our summer chalet programme. Recruitment is almost finished but we’re always on the lookout for passionate people to join the team. Get in touch if you'd like to be considered.

Chalet staff in Avoriaz braved an early alarm on their day off to take a sunrise morning ski tour. Heading out before the lifts were open, they caught the sun coming up over the Dents du Midi – the highest range in the Portes du Soleil.

The coach ride might not be the most exciting part of your ski holiday, but the mounting sense of anticipation as you leave the motorway and begin to climb the hairpin bends is hard to deny.

Jack in Courchevel submitted this photo of his weekly coach ride back up to Courchevel. If it weren’t for the cars it could have been taken in Narnia.

Ant in Courchevel scooped the €50 prize this month with this pair of photos taken in the three valleys. We particularly love the hidden skier in the red jacket peeking out through the shadows, and the perfectly groomed piste to the side of the second photo. Classic Courchevel! 

Next month...

...we’ve asked staff to submit photos which feature people. After two months of beautiful views and empty pistes, it’s time for our staff and guests to feature front and centre. Keep an eye on our Instagram page for photos submitted throughout March.