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Company Description 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, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.   Job Description 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  Qualifications 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