Lead Back of House

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career.

Benefits

• Free ski/snowboard passes for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family
• Free ski and snowboard lessons
• 40% discount on retail purchases
• 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

About the role

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts. Cooks are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for assisting the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools, and accessories for use and to train other kitchen staff
• Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation to ensure a high-quality work environment and guest experience
• Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients
• Prep ingredients and maintain par levels for demand to minimize waste
• Maintain inventory of ingredients using a first in, first out method and monitor food waste for reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Culinary degree or certification preferred
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices, and food safety; ServSafe certifications a plus
• Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work well and communicate with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Minimum age: 18 years

Pay

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $29.22/hr. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Schedule

• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Housing Availability: No