Job Specifications
Starting Wage: $20/hr
Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities
Warmly greet guests upon arrival and thank them upon departure.
Escort guests to their tables and provide menus.
Answer initial questions about the menu, specials, and general restaurant information.
Manage seating chart and monitor table availability for balanced server workload.
Take and confirm reservations; manage waitlists during peak times.
Provide accurate wait time estimates and maintain a comfortable waiting area.
Answer phone calls professionally and assist with inquiries.
Maintain a clean and organized host stand, entryway, and waiting area.
Assist other staff as needed (e.g., bussing tables, folding silverware, running food, processing payments via POS).
Perform opening and closing duties as assigned.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
Team-oriented mindset and willingness to assist others.
Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods.
Basic computer and math skills; familiarity with POS systems preferred.
Prior customer service or restaurant experience is a plus.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Key Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Organizational Skills
Professionalism Under Pressure
Teamwork
Physical Endurance
Basic Tech & Math Competency
The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here.
The expected pay range is $20/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 516756
Reference Date: 08/19/2026
Job Code Function: Front of House
