Lead Banquet Captain -The Arrabelle

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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 Banquet is responsible to provide quality banquet services to all banquet guests. Responsibilities are planning of events, setup, ensuring prompt and accurate service, anticipating the needs of all guests and cleanup of all banquet facilities.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $21.50/hr. - $26.88/hr.
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure venue is exactly as contracted on BEO: including chairs, tables, staging, skirting of tables, water stations, buffets, etc
• Conduct a Stand up with all FOH staff to discuss BEO and any specific details about event.
• Check staff uniforms are being worn correctly – name tags etc.
• Oversee and assign what duties each staff members will be responsible for during event.
• Oversee the seating of guests, serving of meals and beverages, and the quick clearing of tables.
• Must be willing to work any position at the event to assure top-level guest experience.
• Answer customer questions and accommodate special requests when necessary and if possible
• Ensure proper billing is completed for each event.
• Maintains all work areas neatly and orderly. Checks banquet area before, during and after shift for proper set & cleanliness.
• Follows established checklists for opening & closing duties.
• Greet all guests in a courteous and professional manner
• Handles multiple guests efficiently
• Follows established Brand Standards for banquet setups
• Ensures all BEO's are followed and serviced in a timely manner. 
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be able to move heavy banquet equipment and 
• At least 1 year Food & Beverage experience in a service or set-
• Conference, banquet, and/or high-volume restaurant experience
• Ability to work and maintain a flexible schedule including extended hours, weekends, holidays, split shifts, etc. 
• Ability to respond and adapt to last minute 
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

The expected pay range is $21.50/hr. - $26.88/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 518356
Reference Date: 10/14/2026 
Job Code Function: Banquet