Lead Retail Operations

Vail Resorts; Frisco (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee passes

Employee discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Vail Resorts is seeking a Retail Supervisor for the 2026/2027 winter season in the Frisco area. The role focuses on generating sales, maintaining guest service excellence, and safeguarding assets while leading the store team through daily operations.

Starting wage ranges from $23.00 to $26.88 per hour, with full-time and part-time hours available. This seasonal position emphasizes exceptional customer service, inventory control, and adherence to company policies. Housing is not provided.

Qualifications

• Previous snow sport retail experience preferred.
• Fluent English communication required.
• Flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales and provide professional guest service.
• Open and close the store.
• Evaluate sales trends and devise growth methods.
• Manage retail and rental inventory to meet targets.
• Enforce cash handling and loss prevention policies.
• Lead and train a sales team with effective communication.
• Provide excellent customer service to all guests.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Leadership

Communication

Tools

POS system

Job description

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

The Retail Supervisor is responsible for maintaining outstanding customer service as per company standards, generating sales, merchandising, and safeguarding company assets. Acts as store department lead and helps ensure the department had appropriate inventory levels.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $26.88/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities

• Generate sales, and demonstrate and maintain a professional standard of guest service
• Responsible for opening and closing store
• Evaluate sales trends and create methods for sales growth
• Manage retail and rental inventory control and meet or exceed inventory goals
• Enforce company cash handling policies and procedures, and other loss prevention policies
• Manage sales floor team and rental process
• Act as a mentor who can train and lead a sales team with effective communication
• Provide great customer service to all guests
• Ensure pricing is accurate and current including any and all promotions
• Stocks shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Previous snow sport industry experience - preferred
• Ability to communicate fluently with co-workers and guests in accurate spoken and written English - required
• Ability to maintain a working knowledge of products and trends within the industry
• Commitment to exceptional customer service
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; including nights, holidays and weekends - required
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs

The expected pay range is $23.00/hr - $26.88/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 515562 Reference Date:07/14/2026 Job Code Function:Retail Ops