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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).

 

Employee 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

 

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

 

Job Summary: 
This position manages the daily operations of The Farm kitchen, with a strong focus safety, profitable food service, and guest satisfaction. The Farm Chef will oversee this position, along with the Hospitality F&B Executive Chef. Together this management group will work to ensure that the staff and kitchen environment are meeting/exceeding the expectations of Vail’s brand standards, as well as safety standards. 
 
Job Specifications:  

Starting Wage: $52,000.00 - $60,905.42 

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026 

Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 

Housing Availability: Yes 

 
Job Responsibilities: 

Oversees Lead cooks and kitchen personnel; coordinates their assignments to ensure economical & timely food production; Monitors the line and creates a strong team relationship 

Commands a strong safety culture within the team 

Manages the human resource, financial and administrative responsibilities as they pertain to his/her direct reports. 

Executes menus in conjunction with the Hospitality F&B Executive Chef; trains team on corresponding recipes and oversees the preparation of those recipes 

Observes methods of food preparation cooking and service; sizes of portions and garnishing of foods to make sure food is prepared in prescribed manner; tastes food as prepared to ensure quality; expedites line during peak meal periods 

Accurately schedules staff to business level based on forecast 

Accurately produces daily reports and conducts self audits; holds and documents daily pre-shift meetings 

Order and maintain inventory control of Restaurant kitchen products 

Conducts monthly kitchen self-audits for adherence to Brand Standards and dept of Health 

Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements:

High School Degree or Equivalent required/Bachelor’s Degree Preferred 

Minimum 5 years restaurant experience required 

Minimum 2 years supervisory experience required 

Strong Skills Required; Purchasing software, MS office suite, POS experience 

English proficiency, Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus 

TIPS certification & Utah Food Handler’s Card required within 14 days of employment 

A combination of practical experience and education will be considered 

 

The expected pay range is $52,000.00 - $60,905.42. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

 

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

 

Requisition ID  510421
Reference Date: 07/26/2025 
Job Code Function: Back of House