Sr Mgr: F&B - Exec Chef

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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

• 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 Executive Chef oversees culinary operations across multiple dining outlets at the Grand Summit Hotel and Canyons Village, including banquet services, quick service, full-service restaurants, and special events. Operating within the Hospitality Division’s Food & Beverage Department, this role focuses on food safety, profitability, and delivering exceptional guest experiences across all venue types. Reporting to the Director of Hospitality Food & Beverage and collaborating with the Senior Manager of Front of House, the Executive Chef ensures all culinary teams and environments consistently meet Vail Resorts’ brand and safety standards.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $90,000 - $102,000 + annual bonus
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for guest satisfaction, upholding standards, and financial performance of the food and beverage operations
• Oversees multiple Chefs and and kitchen personnel to create a strong team relationship. Participative management style with hands-on work ethic.  Form cohesive team encompassing all staff members.  Verbally communicate, in a calm, positive demeanor.
• Commands a strong safety culture within the team
• Reviews and manages P&L for fiscal year and attends monthly P&L meetings.
• Manages the human resource, financial and administrative responsibilities as they pertain to his/her direct reports. 
• 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 health department and F&B department standards of excellence.  

Job Requirements: 

• High School Degree or Equivilent required/Culinary or Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Minimum 5 years in high volume banquet operation; High volume restaurant experience a plus
• Minimum 5 years of direct management experience required
• Strong Skills Required; Purchasing, budgeting & scheduling software; MS office suite
• English proficiency, Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus
• Serve Safe Food Protection Manager certification required within 14 days of employment
• Strong Financial Acumen

The expected pay range is $90,000 - $102,000 + 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  511779
Reference Date: 09/24/2025 
Job Code Function: Back of House