Ski School Host - Winter 26-27

With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainable, and transformative experiences in recreation, culture, and nature. In addition, the company runs the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts and more than 410 trails. Aspen One is the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality and ASPENX and leverages its influence across all of its business units to advance climate action, community engagement and racial justice. For more information, visitwww.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.  

The Ski & Snowboard School (S3) Host plays a vital role in creating a positive and seamless experience for families participating in children’s programs. With a friendly and proactive presence, this position welcomes guests, supports smooth check-in and check-out processes, and serves as a key link between parents and S3 staff. By providing clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and timely assistance, the Host helps ensure every family feels confident and cared for throughout their day. This position reports to the Support Services Supervisors.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until October 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Winter Season.  

Essential Job Functions / Key Job Responsibilities 

• Greet children and families upon arrival, creating a welcoming and positive first impression 
• Support S3 registration by assisting with check-in stations and guiding guests through the process 
• Direct families to appropriate meeting locations and provide clear information about the day’s schedule 
• Operate roster gates and assist with collecting accurate class rosters to support lesson organization 
• Support Ski and Snowboard Pros on the magic carpet by helping manage group flow and encouraging young guests 
• Engage and supervise children who are not actively skiing, providing age-appropriate indoor or outdoor activities 
• Assist with equipment rentals, including helping children with fitting and managing gear 
• Help coordinate lunch service by assisting with food orders, preparation, and distribution at children’s lodges 
• Provide comfort and care for sick or tired children indoors, keeping them safe and supported 
• Help locate children who become separated from their group or guardians, ensuring prompt and calm resolution 
• Assist with organizing race days, including set-up, support during events, and celebration of participants 
• Other duties as assigned 

Education & Experience Requirements 

• Must be 18 years of age or older 
• High school diploma or equivalent required 
• Minimum of 3 months of experience working with children in a professional, volunteer, or recreational setting preferred 
• Experience in guest service, hospitality, or outdoor recreation environments preferred 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Working knowledge of children’s programs, outdoor recreation, or ski and snowboard school operations preferred 
• Familiarity with basic computer systems, including check-in and registration tools 
• Understanding of safety protocols related to children’s programs and ski area operations 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on positive guest interactions 
• Ability to speak clearly and professionally with children, families, and coworkers 
• Skilled at multitasking in a dynamic and fast-paced environment 
• Fluency in English required; Spanish or Portuguese language skills are a plus 
• Ability to remain calm, supportive, and solution-oriented in guest-facing situations 
• Physically able to work outdoors in varying mountain weather conditions, including snow and cold temperatures 

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visitwww.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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