Sleigh Host

Host

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: The Sleigh Host is an integral part of the guest experience, welcoming guests as they begin their journey from the base of the mountain to an unforgettable cabin dining experience. This role combines exceptional hospitality, guest safety, mountain knowledge, communication, and hands-on sleigh preparation to ensure every guest feels cared for from the moment they arrive at the base until they safely return down the mountain after their meal.

Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $12.14/hr - $16.04/hr 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: Part Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Guest Experience & Hospitality
• Guest Safety & Transportation
• Restaurant & Team Communication
• Sleigh Preparation & Maintenance

Job Requirements: Previous hospitality, guest service, outdoor recreation, or mountain experience preferred. Knowledge of Beaver Creek and Bachelor Gulch Mountain is highly preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Warm, engaging, and naturally hospitable personality. Strong awareness of guest safety and the ability to remain calm and attentive in changing conditions. Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods in cold, snowy, and windy weather. Physically able to assist guests with loading and unloading and perform repetitive snow and ice removal. Reliable, punctual, and comfortable arriving early to prepare for service. Ability to effectively communicate via phone and two-way radio. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate closely with the Snow Cat Driver, restaurant host stand, dining managers, and cabin dining team. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during peak ski season

The expected pay range is $12.14/hr - $16.04/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 518335 Reference Date: 10/14/2026 Job Code Function: Front of House