Server

Vail Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 22,124; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski lessons

Employee discounts on lodging and food

401(k) Retirement Plan

Excellent training and professional development

Job summary

Join Vail Resorts in New York for a summer seasonal position in our food and beverage team! This role offers a starting wage of $16.00/hr, with opportunities to earn tips and enjoy the mountains. You will engage with guests, develop skills, and maintain a tidy work environment.

No formal experience is required, but a desire to learn and communicate in English is essential. Benefits include free ski lessons and various employee discounts. Apply before June 15th to join the fun!

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, lift, and carry objects up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co-workers.
• Develop knowledge of all menu items to make recommendations to guests.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation throughout the day.

Skills

Communication Skills

Desire to Learn

Ability to Lift 40 lbs

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 three 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 June 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

Are you seeking fun and adventurous employment opportunities in the world’s best ski resorts? If you love making people smile with food and drinks, this is the job for you. By joining the F&B team, you will develop new and varied skills in a dynamic work environment. Regardless of your specific job, you will help deliver an Experience of a Lifetime for our guests and fellow employees by living our core values: Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, and Have Fun.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $16.00/hr – $16.06
• If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour, inclusive of tips
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
• Shift Type: Part Time (hours available)
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co‑workers
• Share our passion for the mountains during service
• Follow the leadership’s guidelines outlined during the daily pre‑shift meeting
• Develop knowledge of all menu items to make recommendations to guests
• Operate a point‑of‑sale system to enter orders properly
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation throughout the day and at the end of the workday
• Ski or snowboard after work (optional and location dependent)
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• You will be taught all necessary skills; formal experience is not required
• Desire to learn and grow
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, lift, and carry objects up to 40 lbs

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.

Nearest Major Market: Albany