Banquet Sous Chef, Housing May Be Available

Company: Vail Resorts
Location: Breckenridge
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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: 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 amongst staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests. Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $56,485 - $58,000 plus service charge compensation Employment Type: Year Round Shift Type: Full Time Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: Yes Job Responsibilities: Assist in managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks Oversee and support warehousing operations including ordering and receiving, monthly inventory, product rotations and food waste reporting Work with team to resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience(GX) scores Administrative duties as needed including adhering costs to budgets, processing transfers and waste; Act as supervisor in the absence of an Executive Chef During periods of slow demand or as a result of unexpected vacancy, provide leadership support to other resort kitchen operations within the Breckenridge Hospitality and, at times, the greater Summit Couunty F&B structure. 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 50lbs Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred The expected pay range is $56,485 - $58,000 plus service charge compensation. 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 512097 Reference Date: 10/15/2025 Job Code Function: Back of House

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