The Ski Team

Ski Team of 07/08 You can be assured of a friendly and professional service from our ski team which goes far beyond that normally offered by the large skiing operators.

Your dedicated Karibuni Ski Team will take all the hassles away from the trip. Far more than just company reps, they will be there to look after every aspect of your time with us - and are always on hand to help you relax and unwind in a great setting - after all you're on holiday!

Ski Team of 07/08 During the day they could be showing you the best ski runs, or the best cafés for a "vin chaud" and will be there to meet you at the end of the day in the mini-buses to transfer you back to your base. During the evening they'll be serving you from behind the bar and challenging you to some lively bar games and maybe a bit of dancing too!.

We are currently recruiting for seasonal staff for the Winter 2008/09 season. If you are interested in working for Ski Weekender then please feel free to forward a CV and covering letter to info@skiweekender.com. To see the full roles available or to apply for a specific job visit our Recruitment page on the Karibuni website.

Paul

Paul

Paul, Karibuni's founder, is an experienced snowboarder who can be found out on good powder days playing in La Balme or attempting to jump off anything resembling a slight kicker! He also enjoys swapping his board for a pair of skis whenever he gets the chance to take guests out guiding in both resorts. A fan of a cheeky beer of an evening he is always around the lodge for a chat after dinner.

Jess

Jess

Jess enjoys skiing with guests in both resorts, but beware as her favourite place on the slopes are the various Boarder Cross courses! Not as brave as she sounds she enjoys skiing cruisy reds and blues (although ocassionally scaring herself by playing out with the boys in the powder) and stopping to enjoy a beer with a good view - she will happily show you the best bars and restaurants on the mountain.

Tom

Tom

Tom is the person you'll speak to or email about booking your ski holiday with us. When he manages to escape the office, Tom is a keen snowboarder who enjoys getting out and about off piste to show off his latest toys and gadgets. He's also our resident weather man - if you need to know the forecast ask Tom - scarily he's normally right!

 

 

James

James

James is a keen snowboarder, although learning to ski is also on his to-do list. A fan of the snowpark his jumps and tricks are coming on nicely. You'll spot James on the mountain as he's also a keen amateur filmmaker so is normally seen capturing jumps and subsequent crashes on film! He will also be organising your ski or board lessons, driving you round resort and taking you to the airport.

John and Jacqui

John & Jacqui

Our husband and wife Chef team came to skiing late but suprised themselves how quickly they picked it up! They are both looking forward to progressing quickly next season and when out on the slopes don't be surprised see Jacqui whizzing about whilst John may be encouraging you to join him on the terrace of a nearby cafe!



Jack and Sheila

Jack & Sheila

Jack and Sheila are real fans of the Aravis region. Keen walkers, they enjoy the countryside around the village as well as the odd trip to Annecy and the surrounding area. You will certainly meet them at dinner and they are always around to give some good advice or just have a friendly chat! Stalwarts of the Lodge we couldn't exist without them.



Alex

Alex

A geography graduate who brings a love of the outdoors and mountains to France. Alex has recently returned from touring South America and working in a number of eco-lodges set in remote and stunning areas of jungle. Alex has skied in the Aravis region many times and will be keen to show you around the resort with his ski hosting. Alex will also be one of the faces to look out for at Geneva with his minibus.

Fergal

Fergal

Although coming to the sport quite late, Fergal is a very keen skier and spent many weeks of last season in Chamonix. Fergal joins us from a financial background in Ireland so is relishing the chance to swap the office for the great outdoors - and to be taking people skiing to find those fantastic runs and any powder stashes. Fergal will also be welcoming you at Geneva.

 

Lindsey

Lindsey

Lindsey is returning for her second season with us at the Aravis Lodge and is looking to further improve on her skiing from last year when she first ventured out onto the snow. Following a summer season in Portugal trying to avoid the time-share business she is keen to be packing her warm winter clothes once again, and will be a familiar face around the Aravis Lodge.

 

 

Sarah

Sarah

Together with Kate, Sarah has been enjoying a new lease of life and traveling around Europe and South America. This comes on the back of a cooking career that has seen Sarah working as a chef in cafes, restaurants and pubs - as well as running her own function catering business. Her skills in the kitchen will prove invaluable and she is relishing the challenge of offering a superb quality of food for all of the Chalet Pre Fleuri guests this season.

Nicole

Nicole

Nicole will be joining Lindsey in the Aravis Lodge and will be one of the chalet hosts working hard to ensure that our chalet is the perfect home from home for all guests. A very bubbly Australian, Nicole will be bringing her experience of a 5-star resort back home and amongst other things - ensuring that the wine carafes never run out!

 

 

Kate

Kate

Our chalet Pre Fleuri will benefit from Kate's experience of working in the service sector and she joins us as the friendly and welcoming host to ensure Chalet Pre Fleuri is where you want to be after a hard days skiing. Kate is looking forward to swapping the hills of the North East for the mountains of France, and is also coming fresh on the heals of a South American trip taking in Cuba.

 

 

Louise

Louise

Louise is a keen snowboarder who's delighted to be swapping her life in Rugby for the mountains of Les Aravis. A qualified gym and swimming instructor, Louise is very sporty and excited about spending the winter on the slopes. You'll see her driving you around resort, around the chalet and hosting as well - and maybe downstairs in the gym as old habits die hard.