Vail Cucina-Server

Vail Resorts; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Employee discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Training and development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Mountain is hiring for the Cucina-Server position in Vail, Colorado. This winter seasonal role offers a starting wage of $12.14/hour to $16.04/hour plus tips, with a guaranteed minimum of $20/hour for tipped positions. Full-time and part-time shifts are available, and housing is not provided.

You will join the Front of House team delivering memorable guest experiences at one of the world's premier ski resorts. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and fluent in English.

Qualifications

• Fluent English required.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co-workers.
• Share our passion for the mountains during service.
• Follow leadership guidelines during 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 work station throughout the day.
• Ski/Snowboard after work (location-dependent, optional).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Customer service

Team communication

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

Vail Cucina-Server

Date: Aug 17, 2026

Location: Vail, CO, US

Company: Vail Mountain

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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

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: $12.14/hr - $16.04/hr + tips
• If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour, inclusive of tips
• 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:

• 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 workstations throughout and at the end of the workday
• Ski/Snowboard out after work (optional + location dependent)
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• We will teach you all the necessary skills to be able to execute your job safely, no formal experience is necessary
• Desire to learn and grow
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, to bend, lift, and carry objects up to 40lbs

The expected pay range is$12.14/hr - $16.04/hr + tips. 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 516737

Reference Date:08/19/2026

Job Code Function:Front of House

Nearest Major Market: Denver