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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.

Job Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks – Free passes for employees, employee‑discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons

Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles

RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional development

Referral Program

Full‑time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)

Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary
Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts, and our Sous Chefs are no exception to this experience of a lifetime.



Sous Chefs are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork among staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Job Specifications

Starting Wage: $52,979.00 – $73,075.00

Employment Type: Full Time (Year‑Round 10‑month)

Shift Type: Full Time – hours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

Managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning

Maintaining standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

Assisting with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks

Overseeing and supporting warehouse staff and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations, and food waste reporting

Resolving guest issues or complaints and holding staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores

Performing administrative duties as needed including managing budgets,



processing transfers and waste; may act as supervisor in the absence of an Executive Chef

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree or certification preferred

ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required

3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred

Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs

Ability to work well with others in a quick‑paced environment under pressure

Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred

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.

Equal Opportunity Employment
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: 515817
Reference Date: 07/15/2026
Job Code Function: Back of House

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