Appearance
“Clothes and manners do not make the man; but, when he is made, they greatly improve his appearance.”
— Henry Ward Beecher
As an instructor, you are part of a highly visible group and an important link between Big Sky Resort’s guests and the resort. It is important that you have a clean, well-groomed, professional appearance. With that comes the expectation of the highest level of professional communication. From the way you conduct your class, to the comments you make to students and parents, you are in the spotlight. For this reason, be careful to speak to your students, especially children, with respect and tact.
Conventional beards, mustaches, and goatees are acceptable. Facial hair needs to be no longer than 15mm or a #5 guard. When wearing a helmet, hair should be pulled back so that it is safe and neat. Dyed hair is acceptable if it is a natural color.
TATTOOS: Only tattoos which are not offensive or scary may be visible. Tattoos on neck, face, and hands/fingers are not allowed or must be covered.
HEADWEAR: Only resort branded, or non-branded headgear that compliments the uniform is permitted. Acceptable colors are red, blue, black, white and gray. All hats are to be worn in the way they were designed. (i.e. baseball caps with the bill to the front). See Instructor website for more pictures of what is acceptable.
CLOTHING: Any clothing that will be visible to guests and is not a part of the issued uniform. Only resort branded or non-branded clothing that compliments the uniform is permitted. Acceptable colors are red, blue, black, white and gray.
Please read, know and comply with specifics in the Big Sky Resort team member handbook. All appearance standards are subject to interpretation, and approval, by management and H.R.; and may be revised at any time.
ACCEPTABLE FACIAL HAIR
NOT ACCEPTABLE FACIAL HAIR
ACCEPTABLE HAIR
NOT ACCEPTABLE HAIR
ACCEPTABLE PIERCINGS
NOT ACCEPTABLE PIERCINGS
UNIFORM
The Mountain Sports School provides a uniform jacket, vest, and pants. All other visible pieces (helmet, buff, gloves, etc.) should enhance your professional appearance.
The uniform needs to be worn neatly and appropriately. Zippers should be closed on all pockets and should be pulled up on jackets or shells at least three-quarters of the way. Hoodies, sweaters, and any other undergarments should be fully covered by the uniform.
When wearing just the vest, be sure that your visible clothing enhances your professional appearance and acceptable colors are red, blue, black, white and gray.
Uniforms may not be worn for any activities outside the scope of your mountain sports position. See free skiing/riding for more information on skiing and riding in uniform.
Promotional garments or stickers for other ski destinations cannot be worn.
Big Sky Resort is a smoke-free campus. Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping, is not allowed while wearing any part of your uniform.
You are NOT allowed to wear your uniform to and from home.
Nametags are to be worn while in uniform.
HH recommends cleaning uniforms weekly. Recommended cleaning solution provided. Washer and dryer available in the MV locker room.
At completion of season or termination all uniforms need to be cleaned and returned to the respective supervisor at the designated location.
Earbuds/headphones are not allowed when in uniform and/or while working
Instructors are responsible for maintaining a clean and professional uniform. Washing detergent is available if needed – please ask your supervisor.
HOODS
Helmet hoods are not permitted
Midlayer hoods sticking out of the uniform are not permitted
When it’s below 0°F hoods are permitted with manager discretion
You are welcome to use your Uniform Piece hood!
Examples to the right are not approved
HELMET POLICY
All team members and volunteers, when on duty and representing Boyne Resorts, whether in or out of uniform, are required to wear a snowsports/biking helmet at all times when skiing or biking at Big Sky Resort.
The full policy can be found in the Big Sky Resort Team Member Handbook.
Helmet must be in good condition with no prior impacts.
Stickers from other resorts may not be on helmets.
Helmets will be inspected by a supervisor at the start of the season.
If you need a new helmet, ask your supervisor for a voucher. Instructors receive $40 and 40% off helmets at Big Sky Resort outlets.