Keystone, CO, US
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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 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
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
Job Summary:
The Stables Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Keystone Stables, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality wagon/sleigh rides for guests and employees. This role manages the wrangler, supervisory, and chef tournant teams, guides daily operations, maintains the health and care of the draft horses, and ensuring excellence in guest service during dinner wagon/sleigh rides experiences.
In addition, the Manager oversees the back ranch homestead for daily operations and collaborates with culinary leadership on BEO requests.
This position requires advanced equine expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate horse-drawn sleighs in extreme winter conditions. Resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to guest satisfaction are essential for success in this role.
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Job Requirements:
The expected pay range is $56,485.00 - $65,000 + annual bonus. 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 511063
Reference Date: 08/30/2025
Job Code Function: Stables
Nearest Major Market: Denver