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? Come join the resort by becoming a Bartender at one of our
operations. If you enjoy building cocktails and serving fantastic wines and cold
beer, this is the job for you. By joining the 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!
Job Specifications:
* Starting Wage: $12.14/hr - $16.04/hr
* If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour,
inclusive of tips
* Employment Type: Year Round (11-month)
* Shift Type: Full Time hours available
* Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
* Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities:
* Make connections with guests and co-workers
* Share our passion for the mountains during service
* Follow the leadership's guidelines as outlined during the daily pre-shift
meeting
* Create hot and cold beverages to specifications
* Prepare the bar for successful operation throughout the shift
* Maintain a clean and tidy workstation throughout and at the end of the work
day
* Ski/Snowboard out after work (optional + location dependent)
* Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
* 3+ years of Bartending experience
* Desire to learn and grow
* Must be 21 or over
* Ability to stand for extended periods of time, to bend, lift, and carry
objects up to 50lbs
The expected pay range is $12.14/hr - $16.04/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 514153
Reference Date: 04/01/2026
Job Code Function: Front of House