Director of Mountain Dining

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

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 Epic 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job 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
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:

The Director of Food & Beverage leads all aspects of mountain dining, including high-volume quick service restaurants, catering and events, and warehouse logistics. This role is accountable for financial performance, guest experience, team development, and alignment with Heavenly Mountain’s brand vision and Vail Resorts’ best practices.

Job Specifications:

• Outlet: Heavenly Mountain
• Starting Wage: $99,043 - $131,902 + annual bonus + equity
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute brand strategy for quick serve outlets and catering, ensuring exceptional hospitality and guest service.
• Oversee financial results for all F&B outlets, maximizing revenue, managing costs of goods sold (COGS), labor, and expenses to achieve contribution targets.
• Partner with F&B and resort leadership to ensure quality, service, and menu innovation.
• Lead departmental strategies for revenue generation, outlet branding, and future capital projects.
• Implement and execute Vail Resorts F&B SOPs and Best Practices, ensuring consistency across all outlets.
• Ensure compliance with state liquor laws, health regulations, sanitation, and safety practices.
• Drive environmental sustainability initiatives, including recycling and waste diversion targets.
• Collaborate on recruiting, hiring, and workforce planning to achieve staffing and service goals.
• Build, develop, and hold accountable a talented management team aligned with resort goals and culture.
• Maintain facilities to high standards for safety, cleanliness, and appearance.
• Serve as a key member of the resort’s senior leadership team, contributing to overall resort and community experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of senior management experience in multi-unit, high-volume operations.
• Proven leadership growth and team development skills.
• Demonstrated success in guest service initiatives.
• Strong business and financial acumen, including P&L management.
• ServSafe and TIPS Certifications (required during onboarding).
• English proficiency.
• High level of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and change management skills.
• Strong leadership, diplomacy, communication, and professionalism.

Preferred:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, HR/Payroll systems (PeopleSoft, Infogenesis, Avero).
• Resort and event experience (weddings, banquets).

The expected pay range is $99,043 - $131,902 + annual bonus + equity. 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  512243
Reference Date: 10/23/2025 
Job Code Function: F&B Support