Restaurant Crew

Vail Resorts; Champion (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski lessons

Free employee passes

Employee discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Referral Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in United States (Champion) seeks a Host/Hostess for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. The role handles guest flow, reservations, and front-of-house support to ensure a smooth dining experience.

Starting wage is $20/hr with both full-time and part-time hours. Must be 18+. Housing is not provided. Benefits include training, and opportunities for growth within the resort. Apply for this seasonal frontline position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends.
• Experience in customer service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet guests upon arrival and thank them upon departure.
• Escort guests to tables and provide menus.
• Answer questions about the menu and restaurant information.
• Manage seating chart and monitor table availability.
• Take reservations and manage waitlists during peak times.
• Provide wait time estimates and maintain a comfortable waiting area.
• Assist other staff and perform opening/closing duties.
• Ensure health and sanitation standards are followed.

Skills

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Professionalism Under Pressure

Teamwork

Physical Endurance

Basic Tech & Math Competency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

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
• Referral Program

Job Summary

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The Host/Hostess is the first point of contact for guests and plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and positive dining experience. This position is responsible for managing guest flow, handling reservations, and supporting front‑of‑house operations to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $20/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

• Warmly greet guests upon arrival and thank them upon departure.
• Escort guests to their tables and provide menus.
• Answer initial questions about the menu, specials, and general restaurant information.
• Manage seating chart and monitor table availability for balanced server workload.
• Take and confirm reservations; manage waitlists during peak times.
• Provide accurate wait time estimates and maintain a comfortable waiting area.
• Answer phone calls professionally and assist with inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and organized host stand, entryway, and waiting area.
• Assist other staff as needed (e.g., bussing tables, folding silverware, running food, processing payments via POS).
• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to assist others.
• Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Basic computer and math skills; familiarity with POS systems preferred.
• Prior customer service or restaurant experience is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Key Skills

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Professionalism Under Pressure
• Teamwork
• Physical Endurance
• Basic Tech & Math Competency

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here.

The expected pay range is $20/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 516756

Reference Date: 08/19/2026

Job Code Function: Front of House