What comes with this great many numbers of the winter seasons is not only familiar faces among our guests but also our team. Some have stayed on for multiple seasons, some never left and others have continued on in their adventures. We had planned to do a ’15th-year road trip’ to visit them all and support their businesses however Covid lockdowns put the stop on that. So join us on a virtual tour celebrating 15 years of Skiology team got us here and see what they are up to now.
Station 86 Café
Jack
[Chalet La Roche & L’Isiere 2014-2016] formally founder of Station 86, now a partner at Nomad with former Skiology team member Sam Richards [Chalet La Roche & L’Isiere 2012-2013, resort manager 2013-2014].
In one sentence, why Skiology? There is no other employer that cares as much for their team.
If you are coming on a Skiology stay to Morzine/Les Carroz you must … [in Morzine] see the view from the top of Mossettes!
Complete the sentence ‘guests who like Skiology will like Nomad because… it is a fun and friendly vibe [Dom – it also has 2 great chefs, ski poles for bannisters and high welfare local produce]
Best memory of your season in the chalet? The repeat guests, big up the @Littmodens, @tylers, @klaits
One thing you learned in your season that you still apply to your current job? Look after your team
Stretford Sip Club
Heather
[Chalet Du Bois 2011-2012 & Chalet George 2012 – 2013] owner of The Stretford sip club and further exciting projects to come.
In one sentence, why Skiology? The menu and attention to detail
If you are coming on a Skiology stay to Morzine/Les Carroz you must… In Les Carroz ski piste Marvel, in Morzine get a sandwich from the Bon Bonnerie and visit the futuristic Avoriaz, in both try cross country skiing!
Complete the sentence ‘guests who like Skiology will like the Sip Club because… It is warm and friendly [Dom – Heather is also one of my favourite people to talk to].
Best memory of your season in the chalet? Raclette!
One thing you learned in your season that you still apply to your current job? Value your time
Paper Boat Café
Bridget & Alex
[Chalet Grand Sapin 2015-2016] owners of the Paperboat cafe
In one sentence, why Skiology? Very mindful and thoughtful, nothing left to chance and everything done with care.
If you are coming on a Skiology stay to Morzine/Les Carroz you must… In Morzine ski satellite, in Les Carroz – frites and beer at Chalet De Claire!
Complete the sentence ‘guests who like Skiology will like the Paperboat cafe because… We share the same environmental values and team happiness!
Best memory of your season in the chalet? 1st lifts up Zore and lapping the off-piste on a powder day. Coming back and finding guests had taken one bite out of a cheese and a pepper.
One thing you learned in your season that you still apply to your current job? Good preparation, makes experience appear effortless to guests, oh and baking, baking, baking.
Nomad Bar
Amy & Sam
[La Roche, George, Resort management 2012-2014] owners of Nomad Bar Swansea and previously of Piccalo Coffee Van.
In one sentence, why Skiology? Independence given, general ethos and care given
If you are coming on a Skiology stay to Morzine/Les Carroz you must… Have a fondue in the Ferme De Fruitiere.
Complete the sentence ‘guests who like Skiology will like Nomad because… It was based on the Skiology ethos. Local produce, sustainable values, looking after guests, honesty and going the extra mile.
Best memory of your season in the chalet? The guests
One thing you learned in your season that you still apply to your current job? Skiology brownies, counting crockery and wearing cabbage leaves for hats.
Skiology Hall of Fame
If you haven’t already, head over to our Skiology hall of fame where we are celebrating 15 years of Skiology team. See if you can spot your chefs and hosts from over the years 🙂
