What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host / Hostess position at Vail Mountain?
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:
Are you seeking fun and adventurous employment opportunities in the world’s best Mountain Resorts?
If you would like to learn multiple aspects of food and beverage operation this is the job for you. By joining our 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!
The 10th, Vail's critically acclaimed on-mountain fine-dining restaurant is looking for a Host / Hostess to join our outstanding restaurant staff. The 10th serves lunch daily and is located at the top of Gondola One at Mid-Vail, The 10th is accessed either by ski-in and ski-out during the day or via Vail’s brand new high tech Gondola One. Modern. Alpine. Inspired. The 10th redefines classic alpine cuisine and elevates service to new standards in Vail.
Job Specifications:
- Outlet: The 10th at Vail
- Expected Pay Range: $11.40 - $13.79 / hour tips
- If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20 / hour inclusive of tips
- Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
Job Responsibilities:
- The host/hostess is responsible for greeting and seating all guests, by name when possible.
- Responsible for taking care of future reservations and maintaining wait lists.
- Assists and helps managers in controlling the flow of guests and seats them promptly.
- Answers phones and works with other personnel as needed to maintain the dining areas.
- Able to acknowledge and cater to Vail Mountain Club members while balancing public dining needs.
- Must be willing and able to help set up, and bus tables when needed.
- Assist with basic maintenance and general stocking of guest restrooms.
- Keep the boot/slipper room clean and tidy before, throughout, and after the shift.
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Team-oriented attitude is a must!
- Must understand OpenTable, or be willing to learn the computer program - required.
- Must be able to stand for 8 hours - required.
- High school diploma or equivalent - preferred.
- Previous restaurant or customer service experience - preferred.
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, December 26th through January 2nd, Presidents’ Day Weekend, and any other holidays as requested -required.
- Must be fluent in English - required.
The expected pay range is $20.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
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 504278
Reference Date: 08/19/2024
Job Code Function: Front of House
Salary : $11 - $14
