Assistant Manager, Front of House

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 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:

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts, and our Front of House Assistant Managers are no exception to creating this experience of a lifetime. Assistant Managers are an integral part of restaurant operations responsible for leading daily operations and helping to deliver high-quality, consistent service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Reporting to the Front of House General Managers, you will oversee and support the FOH staff while maintaining excellent standards, efficiency, and teamwork. The Front of House Assistant Manager is key to driving both guest satisfaction and team performance throughout the season.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $25.00/hr - $29.00/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 21 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Train, coach, develop, and inspire FOH staff from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels to build skills, take ownership of their roles, and grow as contributing members of the team.
• Work with outlet General Manager to Maintain operational efficiency during peak service times and throughout the busy ski season. Ensuring the restaurant operates at all times with a high level of service and product quality.
• Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality and cleanliness through hands on training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.
• Manage lodge operations to budgeted labor and cost of sales margins using available reporting, scheduling, ordering and control policies & systems.
• Completes all necessary administrative duties as needed on a daily basis, including but not limited to POS Reconciliation, Facility Check List, Daily Payroll Accuracy, Ordering & Inventory, Safety & Stand-up Meetings, Manager logs.
• Assist with inventory tracking and ordering of food and supplies.
• Responsible for overall restaurant cleanliness, including snow removal.
• Address guest feedback and support quality improvements.
• Other duties as assigned. We are a company that works together; and throughout the season you may be required to assist other F&B locations & departments as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years Restaurant experience, including 2+ years of leadership experience (quick service or high-volume preferred).
• Ability to lead and inspire a diverse seasonal team.
• Excellent administrative, communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• MAST certification preferred or must be acquired within 30 days of start.
• Ability to attend work in winter weather environment.

The expected pay range is $25.00/hr - $29.00/hr. 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  510752
Reference Date: 08/12/2025 
Job Code Function: General Management