Cooper Spur - Ski Lodge Supervisor

Mt. Hood Meadows; Mount Hood (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Housing Resources

Season Pass for employees

Free group lessons

Discounts on rentals

Buddy Tickets

Resort discounts

Industry pro deals

Employee daycare

Employee store invites

Employee transportation

Wellness programs

Team appreciation events

Job summary

Cooper Spur Ski Area is seeking a hands-on Lodge Supervisor for a part-time, seasonal role. You will oversee ticketing, rentals, retail, lessons and the café, while guiding frontline staff to deliver memorable mountain experiences.

The position emphasizes guest service, safety, and cleanliness in a dynamic, seasonal environment, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years hospitality/guest service experience.
• Minimum 2 years leadership experience.
• Must be 21 years or older and have reliable transportation.
• Must pass a background check and obtain Oregon Food Handlers card & OLCC permit.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lodge daily operations including ticketing, rentals, retail, lessons and cafe.
• Lead by example and develop a service-focused team.
• Maintain hospitality, safety and cleanliness standards.
• Balance guests' needs with seasonal workload and event scheduling.
• Ensure smooth front-line operations from arrival to departure.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Guest service

Team development

Cash handling

Hospitality delivery

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

Step into a leadership role at Cooper Spur Ski Area, where mountain hospitality meets small-resort charm. As Lodge Supervisor, you’ll oversee the lodge’s daily operations, including ticketing, rentals, retail, lessons, and the café, helping ensure every guest enjoys a welcoming, seamless experience from arrival to departure.

You’ll lead by example, working alongside front-line employees to build a strong, service-focused team while maintaining high standards of hospitality, safety, and cleanliness. This hands‑on role combines guest interaction, team development, and operational oversight, with an emphasis on creating memorable mountain experiences and keeping the lodge running smoothly throughout the season.

Ideal candidates bring a background in hospitality or guest services, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to keep a team engaged in a dynamic, seasonal environment. If you enjoy developing people, balancing the details of daily operations, and helping guests make the most of their time in the mountains, this could be the role for you.

This is a Part-Time, Seasonal Position

Qualifications & Experience

• 21 years of age or older
• Minimum 2 years hospitality / guest service experience
• Minimum 2 years leadership experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have reliable transportation for winter road conditions
• Must commit to working evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must successfully pass a background check
• Exemplary leadership, interpersonal, communication and guest service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Must have prior cash handling experience
• Must obtain an Oregon Food Handlers Card and OLCC server’s permit
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in ski area operations
• Experience in Food & Beverage

Compensation:

• Wage: $20.99 - $25.65

Perks

• Local Housing Resources.Subject to Eligibility
• Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
• Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
• Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
• Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
• Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
• Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
• Affordable Employee Daycare - ERDC Eligible
• Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
• Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
• Access to Team Wellness Programs
• Team Appreciation Events/Dinners
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Videos:

• Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel