Restaurant Manager - Okemo - Winter Seasonal

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. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Benefits

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

About the Role

At Wildcat we pair legendary turns with equally legendary hospitality. The Food and Beverage General Manager runs a dynamic business that includes a full-service pub with live music on weekends, an espresso bar and a cafeteria that keep skiers refueled for their day on the slopes.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $59,330.00 - $84,757.00
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Responsibilities

• Embrace our company mission and values and demonstrate our leadership competencies.
• Prioritize and foster a culture of safety.
• Promote the Vail Resorts Commitment to Zero sustainability goal.
• Serve as a leader and representative of Vail Resorts. Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on dining operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Manage dining operations and performance for front and back of house, helping and working with your team in either area, wherever needed, to ensure a smooth operation.
• Responsible for financial performance of daily operations including cost of sales & labor, budget development, and analysis of financial information.
• Drive success of the overall Wildcat Food & Beverage Mountain Dining mission and take part in projects which move innovation forward.
• Empower, develop, appraise, and create the best atmosphere for employees to be and do their best, especially leadership development of assistant general managers.
• Accurately conduct and review daily reports and audits.
• Accurately schedule and review staff to budgeted labor.
• Oversee payroll, including exceptions, approvals, and labor distribution for your dining operation.
• Know and enforce local, state, and federal regulations for the sale and distribution of alcohol.
• Actively pursue GX (market research) targets and respond to trends.
• Assist with the development of marketing plans to promote dining location as needed.
• Oversee accurate pricing on menu boards and IGPOS terminals, including analysis of product and sales for your dining operation.
• Work alongside various departments on projects & priorities, along with our F&B Central Support Team to ensure smooth operation.
• Perform routine inspections to maintain facility standards for food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Oversee ordering/receiving, cost transfers, variance reports, and inventory control for all food, beverages, supplies, etc. for your dining operation.
• Review staff performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback & direction, as well as providing recognition or corrective action, if necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 5+ years of restaurant experience with 1+ years of supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout a shift, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Proficiency with learning various computer programs/platforms to complete job responsibilities.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• New Hampshire Liquor Commission TEAMS certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Food Protection Manager certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred.