Lead Server – Mountain Resort Dining & Perks

Vail Resorts; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 16,724 - 23,129; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes for employees

Employee discounts on lodging, gear, &

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and development

Referral Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for Lead Server and several winter seasonal positions for 2026/27. Enjoy some of the industry's highest pay, free passes for employees, discount lift tickets for friends and family, and extensive training through Epic Service.

Roles include full-time seasonal shifts with housing available and a focus on guest service in a mountain setting. Requirements include high school diploma, English communication, and tipping knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Able to communicate in English.
• TIPS certification required – will provide TIPS training within 30 days of hire if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for strong food knowledge of menu items and drinks.
• Handles opening/closing duties, stocking, setting tables, and dining room cleanliness.
• Uses suggestive selling techniques to upsell products.
• Proactively sells beer, wine, liquor, and food to guests.
• Communicates information with Restaurant Manager and Food & Beverage team.
• Multitasks at a fast, thorough pace and completes assigned side work.
• Attends daily pre-shift meetings and staff meetings.
• Has comprehensive wine/liquor knowledge and adheres to state liquor laws.
• Ensures compliance with state health regulations.
• Handles cash and credit cards with honesty, including tip distribution.
• Creates a friendly, fun bar environment and checks server paperwork.
• Prints Shift Reports and resets; trains new staff on IG and policies.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Upselling

Multitasking

Teamwork

English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vail Resorts is hiring for Lead Server and several winter seasonal positions for 2026/27. Enjoy some of the industry's highest pay, free passes for employees, discount lift tickets for friends and family, and extensive training through Epic Service.

Roles include full-time seasonal shifts with housing available and a focus on guest service in a mountain setting. Requirements include high school diploma, English communication, and tipping knowledge.