Japanese-Speaking Winter Staff
External job listingat Nozawacollection
Join Nozawacollection for the winter season in Nozawa Onsen, handling housekeeping, guest support, concierge tasks and local coordination.
Salary
Not provided
Location
Nozawaonsen, Japan
Employment type
Full time
Workplace
Not provided
Japanese-Speaking Winter Staff
Nozawaonsen, Japan
Job description
About the role
Nozawacollection is looking for a fully fluent Japanese-speaking team member for the full winter season in Nozawa Onsen. The team operates five luxury lodges and provides guests with a high standard of hospitality and personalised concierge service. Housekeeping is the main focus, alongside guest support, local coordination and day-to-day administration.
Season: 1 December 2026 – 31 March 2027.
Responsibilities
- Clean lodges, make beds and prepare for check-in.
- Manage linen and towels and handle laundry.
- Clear snow and complete general property-related tasks.
- Assist guests with requests before and during their stay.
- Book and arrange restaurants, transport and activities.
- Respond to requests and resolve issues during guests’ stays.
- Coordinate with local businesses and service providers.
- Arrange maintenance, repairs and deliveries.
- Handle day-to-day administration and scheduling.
Requirements
- Full fluency in Japanese, including speaking, reading and writing, and the ability to handle all work-related communication in Japanese.
- A valid Japanese or internationally recognised driver’s licence.
- Comfort with hands-on work, including housekeeping and snow clearing.
- Comfort communicating with guests, local businesses and contractors.
- Reliability, responsibility, organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to think ahead and take responsibility independently when needed.
- Housekeeping experience and basic spoken English are preferred; English fluency is not required.
Benefits
- Free staff accommodation, potentially shared with one other team member.
- Competitive wage based on experience and skills.
- Team events, including meals out, ski days and other get-togethers.
How to apply
Apply directly on CazVid.
Key facts
- Season runs from 1 December 2026 to 31 March 2027.
- Full fluency in Japanese and a valid Japanese or internationally recognised driver’s licence are required.
- Housekeeping is the main focus, with guest support, local coordination and administration.
- Free staff accommodation is provided; it may be shared with one other team member.
Frequently asked questions
What does the role involve?
Housekeeping is the main focus, alongside guest support, concierge assistance, local coordination and day-to-day administration.
What Japanese language ability is required?
Full fluency in Japanese, including speaking, reading and writing, is required. The team member must be able to handle all work-related communication in Japanese.
What benefits are offered?
Benefits include free staff accommodation, potentially shared with one other team member, a competitive wage based on experience and skills, and team events.