Lead Tournant

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 Epic 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job 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
  

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary: 

The Tournant is the leader on the line able to effectively run a variety of stations in a fast paced culinary environment. They must be able to prepare food according to standardized recipes and portion controls. They will assist in prepping, organizing and running all banquet operations. They will help to receive food and dry goods for the kitchen and properly account for such deliveries. This position is in charge of keeping all coolers and walk-ins neat and clean, properly storing and covering all food items and rotating products for freshness. They will also help the Chef(s) maintain all par levels for the kitchen(s). 

Job Specifications:  

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $26.55/hr  

• Employment Type: Year Round (11-month)  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: Yes 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Works all stations as required. 

• Develop and train line staff including interns to standard performance level. 

• Communicate with the Chef on duty to assure proper service according to the assigned shift. 

• Assists in maintaing smooth operations of the kitchen during assigned shift.  

• Supervises and coordinates the line crew to achieve assigned tasks according to kitchen standards. 

• Cook and prepare food to order on daily basis. 

• Assists in taking monthly inventory. 

• Assists in controlling Labor and Food costs. 

• Is familiar with fire, safety and health procedures.  Assist in emergency and security procedures as directed by management. 

• Reports and mechanical problems with the engineering department in a timely manner. 

• Assure safe and clean work conditions for all personnel. 

• Be a role model to others. 

• Maintain a 100% satisfaction rate and take full responsibility for food quality. 

• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Minimum 3 years of culinary experience 

• Previous supervisory experience is helpful 

• Able to communicate effectively in English 

• Culinary degree/certification - preferred 

• Current certification in state Professional Food Handler Program - Preferred

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $26.55/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  514799
Reference Date: 05/08/2026 
Job Code Function: Back of House