Lead Server

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 Lead Server / Wait staff will be responsible for providing prompt, professional, and friendly guest service to restaurant & bar guests at all times.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $12.14/hr - $16.79/hr
  • If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour, inclusive of tips
• Employment Type: Year Round 
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 
• Housing Availability: No  

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for having a strong food knowledge base as well as a very detailed understanding and memorization of the current menu items which include all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as food and specials.
• Handles all opening and closing duties required to operate the restaurant and ensures that all stocking is done, tables are properly set, and the dining room is clean.
• Must actively use suggestive selling techniques while always trying to upsell our products.
• Must be proactive in effectively selling beer, wine, liquor, and food to guests sitting in the dining area.
• Communicate all necessary and important information with the Restaurant Manager and the entire Food and Beverage team.
• Capable of multi-tasking and working at a fast but thorough pace.
• Complete all side work that has been assigned.
• Attends the daily pre-shift meeting to learn any important daily information and any other scheduled staff meetings.
• Have comprehensive wine and liquor knowledge and adhere to all state liquor laws.
• Ensures that all state health regulations are being adhered to.
• Cash & credit card handling including honesty and fairness at end of shift tip out to bartenders and food runners.
• Must be enthusiastic and interactive to help portray a friendly, fun, and exciting bar environment
• Check/Sign off on server side work
• Check server paperwork is accurate and complete
• Print Shift Reports and resets
• Train new staff on IG and restaurant policies and flow
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Able to communicate in English
• Ability to communicate in Spanish - preferred
• Prior serving experience
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• TIPS certification required - will provide with TIPS training within 30 days of hire if necessary.

The expected pay range is $12.14/hr - $16.79/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  518107
Reference Date: 10/02/2026 
Job Code Function: Front of House