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Lead Server

Vail Resorts
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Mar 2026
💰 $40,000/yr($24,280/yr$40,000/yr)

About the role

 

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 Lead Server / Wait staff will be responsible for providing prompt, professional, and friendly guest service to restaurant & bar guests at all times. 

  

Job Specifications:   

  • Starting Wage: $12.14/hr - $16.04/hr
    • If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour, inclusive of tips  
  • Employment Type: Year Round (11-month)  
  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available  
  • Housing Availability: Yes 

 

 Job Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for having a strong food knowledge base as well as a very detailed understanding and memorization of the current menu items which include all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as food and specials.
  • Handles all opening and closing duties required to operate the restaurant and ensures that all stocking is done, tables are properly set, and the dining room is clean.
  • Must actively use suggestive selling techniques while always trying to upsell our products.
  • Must be proactive in effectively selling beer, wine, liquor, and food to guests sitting in the dining area.
  • Communicate all necessary and important information with the Restaurant Manager and the entire Food and Beverage team.
  • Capable of multi-tasking and working at a fast but thorough pace.
  • Complete all side work that has been assigned.
  • Attends the daily pre-shift meeting to learn any important daily information and any other scheduled staff meetings.
  • Have comprehensive wine and liquor knowledge and adhere to all state liquor laws.
  • Ensures that all state health regulations are being adhered to.
  • Cash & credit card handling including honesty and fairness at end of shift tip out to bartenders and food runners.
  • Must be enthusiastic and interactive to help portray a friendly, fun, and exciting bar environment
  • Check/Sign off on server side work
  • Check server paperwork is accurate and complete
  • Print Shift Reports and resets
  • Train new staff on IG and restaurant policies and flow
  • Other duties as assigned 

  

Job Requirements: 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Able to communicate in English
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish - preferred
  • Prior serving experience
  • Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
  • Ab

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