Barista - The Lodge at Vail - Winter Seasonal - Full-time / Part-time

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. You're someone who pushes boundaries and challenges the status quo. You're brave, ambitious and passionate in everything you do. And we want you on our team. Pursue your fullest potential and never settle in the quest to deliver extraordinary guest service. Join one of the world's most innovative companies and re-imagine a mountain resort experience with us. Welcome to Vail Resorts. Reach Your Peak.

Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, in the heart of the renowned Vail Village, The Lodge at Vail combines a perfect location and exemplary service with the famously classic ambiance of an alpine-inspired Vail resort. Housed in the legendary Lodge at Vail hotel, Cucina at the Lodge offers a hearty breakfast menu that reflects the uniquely American traditions of the Rocky Mountains.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Complete assigned opening and closing sidework duties.
• Responsible for making all espresso drinks for the restaurant.
• Cut and prep fruit and vegetables for smoothies and fresh squeezed juices.
• Prepare smoothies, juices and espresso drinks in a timely manner according to brand standards.
• Responsible for all to-go orders.
• Maintain a clean work station throughout the shift.
• Responsible for making basic breakfast cocktails.
• Have explicit knowledge of all menu items and their preparation.
• Take dirty tableware to dish room and unload, sort and stack silverware, dishes, glassware, etc. in designated areas in the dish area.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
• Ensure that all drinks are made consistently and accurately every time.
• Adhere to all state health and regulations regarding food handling and alcohol service.

Qualifications:

• Must have a friendly and courteous attitude towards guests - required.
• Must be able to lift and carry 40+ lbs - required.
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours - required. 
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays - required.
• Must be fluent in English - required.

• High school diploma or equivalent - preferred.
• Prior guest service experience - required.
• Previous restaurant experience, specifically 1 year minimum sit-down dining server - preferred.

• Must be available to work holidays including: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, December 26th through January 2nd, Presidents’ Day Weekend, and any other holidays as requested -required.

Be a part of the resort where it all started. Imagine belonging to a team that delivers the life of luxury to its guests while infusing the mountain lifestyle in every experience. Are you someone that never settles for second best? Take your mountain exploration to the next level and join a passionate group of people who thrive on extraordinary customer service. Come help us deliver unparalleled adventures in a place that is unrivaled and unflinching. Join the team at Vail – a place that’s Like Nothing on Earth.

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 145138