Restaurant Manager

Mt. Hood Meadows; Parkdale (OR); On-site; USD 109,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-Round Housing

Season Pass for employees

Free ski lessons

Discounts on rentals

Buddy Tickets

Resort Discounts

Employee Transportation

Team Wellness Programs

Employee Store invites

EAP

Job summary

Mt. Hood Meadows is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee Alpenstube, Vertical, Loft and Bull Wheel Bar, plus support for banquets and events. You’ll lead front‑of‑house teams, manage scheduling/payroll, and uphold food safety standards in a fast‑paced mountain setting.

Partner with culinary leadership, drive staffing decisions, and mentor staff while delivering memorable guest experiences. This is a full‑time, seasonal position with strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years serving and/or bartending experience in a high volume atmosphere preferred.
• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid OLCC Service Permit & Oregon Food Handler’s Card required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.
• Responsible for the success of the Food & Beverage Department.
• Available to work weekends and holidays during winter season.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop front‑of‑house teams across multiple venues.
• Oversee scheduling and payroll functions.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and OLCC standards.
• Balance staffing levels and drive operational efficiency.
• Support training and development initiatives.

Skills

Serving/Bartending (high volume)

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

OLCC Service Permit

Oregon Food Handler’s Card

Job description

Position Overview

Join the Food & Beverage leadership team at Mt. Hood Meadows as our Restaurant Manager and help create memorable dining experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier mountain destinations. This dynamic, guest-focused leadership role oversees daily operations across the Alpenstube, Vertical, Loft, and Bull Wheel Bar, while also supporting banquets and special events throughout the season. From the first chair to the final après gathering, you’ll play a key role in shaping the hospitality experience for thousands of guests.

As Restaurant Manager, you’ll lead and develop front‑of‑house teams, oversee scheduling and payroll functions, ensure compliance with food safety and OLCC standards, and maintain exceptional service across multiple venues. Working closely with culinary leadership, you’ll balance staffing levels, drive operational efficiency, support training and development initiatives, and help create an environment where both guests and employees can thrive. This role requires a hands‑on leader who is comfortable jumping into the operation, solving problems in real time, and maintaining high standards in a fast‑paced mountain setting.

This is more than just a management position; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. You'll play a key role in upholding our commitment to hospitality, sustainability, and mountain stewardship, all while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and growth. From scheduling and payroll to guest recovery and special event execution, you’ll help ensure that every visit to Mt. Hood Meadows is memorable.

This is a full-time, seasonal position

Qualifications & Experience

• 3 years serving and/or bartending experience in a high volume atmosphere preferred
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• At least 21 years of age
• Valid OLCC Service Permit & Oregon Food Handler’s Card required
• Basic computer skills
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business
• Responsible for the success of the Food & Beverage Department
• Available to work weekends and holidays during winter season

Compensation:

• Starting Wage: $2389 - $2920 gross per bi-weekly pay period

Benefits:

• Generous employer contribution towards medical plan
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k after 500 hours in 6 months. (Age 21 and Over)
• PTO, Vacation and Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Perks:

• Year‑Round Housing Available. Subject to Availability
• Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
• Don’t Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
• Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
• Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
• Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
• Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
• Affordable Employee Daycare - ERDC Eligible
• Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
• Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
• Access to Team Wellness Programs
• Team Appreciation Events/Dinners
• Click here to learn more about our team member perks

Videos:

• Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel