Front of House Assistant Manager, Monte Wolfes

Vail Resorts; Kirkwood (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee passes

Discounted lift tickets

Free ski lessons

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Kirkwood Mountain Resort is hiring a Front of House Assistant Manager for Monte Wolfe’s, the heart of Kirkwood’s dining scene. You’ll lead daily guest-facing operations, mentor FOH staff, and ensure fast, friendly service in a high-volume, cafeteria-style setting.

Starting wage $25.00 per hour; winter seasonal 2026/2027; full-time hours with nights, holidays, and weekends. Join a team that rewards experience with training, advancement, and perks like employee passes, discounts, and wellness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's or Culinary degree preferred.
• ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required.
• TIPS Certification required.
• 3–5 years of restaurant experience, 1+ years of supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist managing dining operations and performance for front of houses, including training, scheduling, and directing staff.
• Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times and fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
• Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.
• Review staff performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, providing recognition or corrective action including termination if necessary
• Oversees FOH personnel; coordinates their assignments to ensure economical & timely production.
• Leads and drives FOH team training and continued education in the effort of elevating the dining experience.
• Completes management reports pertaining to revenue accounting, tip disbursements and recording, scheduling, ordering products and equipment, payroll, inventory control and keeping daily manager logs.
• Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on dining operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Restaurant management

Staff training

Guest service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's or Culinary degree preferred

Tools

ServSafe certification

TIPS certification

Job description

Front of House Assistant Manager, Monte Wolfes

Date: Oct 2, 2026

Location: Kirkwood, CA, US

Company: Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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

From lift line to lunch line – Monte Wolfe’s has you covered. We are seeking an energetic and organized Assistant Manager, Front of House, to help lead daily guest-facing operations at Monte Wolfe’s, the heart of Kirkwood’s dining scene and one of the busiest on-mountain restaurants. Located in the vibrant Village base area, this high-volume, cafeteria-style venue serves hundreds of skiers and snowboarders daily with hearty breakfasts, satisfying lunches, a bustling après-ski bar, and an outdoor mountain grill experience.

This role is perfect for a hospitality-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys being at the center of the guest experience. The Front of House Assistant Manager will work closely with the management team to lead FOH staff, maintain exceptional service standards, support efficient restaurant operations, and create a welcoming and memorable experience for every guest. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to confidently lead a team through busy shifts while maintaining a positive, service-first culture.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: Starting at $25.00/h

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type: Full Timehours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

Assist managing dining operations and performance for front of houses, including training, scheduling, and directing staff.

Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times and fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.

Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.

Review staff performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, providing recognition or corrective action including termination if necessary

Oversees FOH personnel; coordinates their assignments to ensure economical & timely production.

Leads and drives FOH team training and continued education in the effort of elevating the dining experience.

Completes management reports pertaining to revenue accounting, tip disbursements and recording, scheduling, ordering products and equipment, payroll, inventory control and keeping daily manager logs.

Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on dining operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities.

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Bachelors or Culinary degree preferred

ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required

TIPS Certification required

3-5 years of restaurant experience, 1+ years of supervisory experience required

Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout a shift for up to 8 hours, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs.

Ability to shovel snow

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends

Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred

The expected pay range isStarting at $25.00/h. 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.