Assistant Manager - Back of House - Pioneer Crossing - Winter Seasonal

About the role

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Sous Chefs are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Sous Chefs are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning
• Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
• Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks
• Oversee and support warehouse staff and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations and food waste reporting
• Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores
• Administrative duties as needed including managing budgets, processing transfers and waste
• May act as Manager on Duty in the absence of an Executive Chef
• May act as Front of House oversight in the absence of FOH leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree or certification preferred
• Manager ServSafe certification or regional equivalent preferred, or must be acquired within 30 days of start
• 3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred
• Minimum age: at least 18 years

Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks: Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons
• Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development through Epic Service
• Referral Program

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $57,784.00 - $62,000.00.

Schedule

• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Housing Availability: Yes