Mountain Host Supervisor (Seasonal) - Winter 2025/26
POWDRAbout the role
Location: Bend, Oregon
Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.
This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!
Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
Free and discounted friends & family day passes
Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
Employee housing program
401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
Discounted onsite daycare
Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts
Position Summary
An integral part of the Guest Services Team, the Mountain Host Supervisor leads the volunteer Mountain Host program in Winter at Mt. Bachelor, playing a crucial role in enhancing guest experience. This position oversees the selection, training, and management of volunteer Mountain Hosts, ensuring they provide exceptional service and accurate information to guests about Mt. Bachelor and Central Oregon. This position requires a deep understanding of Mt. Bachelor's operations to best serve and inform guests, as well as strong leadership skills to manage the volunteer program effectively.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities
Volunteer Management
Oversee the selection and supervision of approximately 100+ Mountain Host volunteers.
Provide initial and ongoing training, coaching, and encouragement.
Conduct routine audits to ensure program goals are met, with follow-up improvement directives.
Create and maintain a positive environment, differentiating between volunteerism and employment.
Operational Leadership
Set goals and standards for the Mountain Host Program and audit routinely to ensure that they are being met.
Conduct morning meetings, safety huddles, and guest service sessions.
Assign daily tasks and gather relevant information.
Ensure volunteers' knowledge of mountain operations, events, and activities.
Gather and share information across departments.
Guest Experience Enhancement
Provide and model superior guest service.
Address complaints and conduct guest surveys.
Promote mountain services effectively.
Oversee day-to-day operations of the Concierge Desk.
Manage the resort's Lost and Found process and procedures.
Knowledge Management
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Mt. Bachelor's operations, trail system, and amenities.
Stay informed about local attractions and ensure volunteers are well-informed.
Administrative Duties
Oversee monthly scheduling to ensure day-to-day host coverage within the scope of operating needs.
Compile progress reports and maintain volunteers and training records.
Keep standard operating processes, procedures, and reference guides up-to-date.
Support the Guest Services Manager with budgeting.
Interdepartmental Collaboration
Work with various personnel, guests, and external partners.
Act as a liaison between the Mountain Host program and other departments.
Communication and Guest Relations
Maintain open and accurate communications across all channels and with all departments to gather and share information necessary for the Mountain Host program.
Oversee Guest Surveying processes.
Maintain best
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