Food & Beverage Assistant Manager, Summer Seasonal

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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 June 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:  

The Summer Seasonal Assistant Restaurant Manager supports daily food and beverage operations by leading Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) supervisors, ensuring exceptional guest service, operational efficiency, and team engagement. This hands-on leadership role plays a key part in staffing, training, cost control, and maintaining company and resort standards during peak summer operations.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $26.00/hr - $32.00/hr  
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: Yes 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Lead daily operations across FOH and BOH, ensuring high standards of service, food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Support opening and closing procedures, POS processing, tip entry, payroll review, and operational paperwork
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations, WA Food handler standards, MAST alcohol service requirements, and company safety policies
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and scheduled inventory counts
• Partner with supervisors to align staffing levels to guest volume and budget
• Coach, train, and support supervisors and hourly staff through daily huddles, feedback, and performance conversations
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and progressive discipline as needed
• Help control labor, cost of sales, and operating expenses
• Communicate effectively with staff, guests, and cross‑functional resort teams
• Place, receive, and organize orders for products in alignment with recipe specifications and brand standards 

Job Requirements: 

• 1+ year of supervisory or assistant management experience in food & beverage
• 3–5 years total restaurant or hospitality experience preferred
• Experience supporting both FOH and BOH operations
• WA MAST certification and Food Handler certifications
• Working knowledge of POS, inventory, and time & labor systems
• Strong guest service focus and hands-on leadership style

Physical & Scheduling Requirements

• Flexible availability including weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, seasonal environment with variable weather.

This role is designed as a developmental step toward a Restaurant General Manager position. Successful Assistant Restaurant Managers will have opportunities to:

• Gain experience leading both FOH and BOH supervisors
• Participate in labor and cost control decision-making
• Develop scheduling, payroll, and inventory management skills
• Support financial performance goals and operational planning
• Demonstrate readiness for broader ownership of operations and team performance .
  

The expected pay range is $26.00/hr - $32.00/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  513957
Reference Date: 03/18/2026 
Job Code Function: General Management