Assistant Manager for F&B, Employee Housing May Be Available
About The Position
Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Food and Beverage team is no exception to creating an experience of a lifetime. The Food and Beverage Assistant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of an assigned restaurant or lodge location, supporting a multi-unit Food and Beverage Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences, achieving financial goals, and developing high-performing teams. This position serves as the on-site operational leader, overseeing staff, guest experience, safety, and execution of resort standards. Some culinary experience is helpful to the role but not necessary.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
- 2+ years of restaurant, hospitality, food service, or resort leadership experience
- Previous experience supervising and developing employees required.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and labor management practices.
- Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
Nice To Haves
- Some culinary experience is helpful to the role but not necessary.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily restaurant to ensure exceptional guest service, food quality, and operational execution.
- Train, coach, schedule, and develop front-of-house and back-of-house team members.
- Manage employee performance through ongoing feedback, recognition, coaching, and accountability.
- Partner with the Food and Beverage Manager to achieve financial, labor, inventory, and guest satisfaction goals.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, food safety standards, and workplace safety requirements.
- Monitor staffing levels and operational readiness to meet business demands.
- Respond to guest concerns and service recovery opportunities in a professional and timely manner.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall facility standards throughout the operation.
- Support ordering, inventory management, and cost control initiatives.
- Collaborate with culinary and resort leadership teams to deliver consistent guest experiences.
- Prepare reports, complete administrative responsibilities, and communicate operational updates as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free passes for employees
- Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family
- Free ski lessons
- Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
- Referral Program
- 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
- Employee Housing May Be Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
