Hazie's - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Winter 2026-27 Seasonal - Full Time

Alterra•Steamboat Springs, CO

5d•$58,000 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hazie’s Restaurant Manager oversees operations at Hazie’s, a flagship fine dining restaurant in Thunderhead Lodge at the top of the gondola, with views of the Yampa Valley. The role leads front-of-house service and beverage operations, staffing, scheduling, training, guest experience, inventory, financial and administrative processes, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and intermediate skiing ability for this location. Employment is seasonal, typically lasting 6 to 8 months during the winter season, although the stated salary range is projected on the basis of 12 months of employment. The position is based primarily in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Requirements

At least two years of previous work history or education.
At least one year of casual-service dining room supervisory experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Clear written and verbal communication in English.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurability standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Good administrative and organizational skills.
Thorough understanding of restaurant operations and management techniques.
Ability to solve problems effectively and maintain positive relationships with guests, staff, management, subordinates, and coworkers.
Ability to adhere to safety policies and model the company’s Service Excellence standards.
Intermediate skiing or riding ability for certain locations; required for this location.
Colorado-approved Alcohol Server Training certificate, or completion of an approved seminar within 30 days of employment.
Current Food Manager and allergy training certificates, or completion of the company’s Food Manager and Aller-train certification courses within 14 days of employment.
Ability to work in all areas of the building, including office and indoor areas, with extended periods of standing and walking and occasional lifting.
Ability to work around kitchen heat and cold.
Ability to lift 35 pounds and push and pull heavy items on a cart.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Formal college education in hospitality, or at least two years of fine-dining operations and management experience.
Computer literacy, including POS system and timekeeping competency.
Financial responsibility, including ability to read and understand budgets and profit-and-loss statements.
Thorough understanding of wine and beverage service.

Responsibilities

Oversee all phases of outlet operations and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with front-of-house employee issues and conflicts.
Oversee outlet staffing and scheduling.
Create weekly labor and revenue forecasts.
Manage staff payroll procedures.
Maintain beverage levels and manage ordering.
Implement service-standards training for front-of-house servers and training for beverage servers.
Perform inventory of alcohol products.
Monitor guests’ dining experience and maintain a strong presence on the floor.
Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue and average checks.
Maintain cleanliness standards.
Develop daily shift meetings and strategies.
Monitor opening and closing procedures.
Hire, train, and motivate the front-of-house service team.
Inspect the buffet for attractive presentation, adequate product, and quality.
Visit tables to solicit guest feedback and recognize patronage.
Reconcile daily sales and compile reports, receipts, and cash deposits.
Monitor and document service staff job performance.
Participate in weekly manager meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass for eligible employees.
Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees.
Vacation and sick time for eligible employees.
Discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, and other items.
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, and FSAs for specified year-round and season-to-season employees.
Apex-MEC minimum essential coverage plan available to seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage; includes preventive and urgent care visits, telehealth, limited hospitalization, prescription drug benefits, and multilingual behavioral health services.
401(k) plan with company match.
Discounted tuition with a partner online university.
Paid parental leave of up to six weeks for eligible employees.
Free regional bus pass.