Vail Resorts

Director, Food & Beverage

Vail Resorts$95K — $130K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of senior-level food and beverage management experience.
  • Expertise in both fine dining and quick-serve restaurant operations.
  • Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in team development.
  • Proficient in beverage menu development and P&L management.
  • Innovative thinking with the ability to execute strategic brand initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Execute brand strategy for dining experiences while maintaining high customer service standards.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure quality and service excellence.
  • Oversee cost control, inventory management, and maintain labor efficiency.
  • Build and lead a motivated management team aligned with resort goals.
  • Foster a positive work culture within the food and beverage division.

Benefits

  • Full-time year-round position.
  • Potential for annual bonuses and equity participation.
  • Opportunity to work in a renowned resort setting.
  • Engagement with a diverse and dynamic team.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

At Okemo Mountain Resort, the Director is responsible for the Food and Beverage leadership and strategic direction for our mountain dining & Hospitality experience. This leader needs to have a senior level operations management experience with a solid ability to lead diverse teams within "best in class" food and beverage multi-unit environments. This leader will be out front and innovative, developing and supporting concepts to bring the resort brand vision to life. Strong ability to develop talent and build teams, strategic vision and solution-oriented thinking are critical for success in this position. This position requires proven leadership experience in fine dining, quick serve, beverage menu development and a working knowledge of P&L statements.

Job Specifications:
  • Starting Wage: $95,631 - $130,196 + annual bonus + equity
  • Employment Type: Year Round
  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available
  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
  • Housing Availability: No


Job Responsibilities:
  • Execute on the brand strategy for our fine dining & quick serve while ensuring the highest standards of hospitality and guest service.
  • Partner with Senior leaders, Managers and Hospitality leadership to ensure quality and service perfection.
  • Ensure cost control, inventory management and labor efficiency are in line or exceed outlet budget targets, including experience with P&L Build and develop a hardworking and engaged management team that is aligned with resort goals and culture while crafting a positive work environment.


The expected pay range is $95,631 - $130,196 + annual bonus + equity. 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.

Requisition ID 517122
Reference Date: 09/02/2026
Job Code Function: F&B General Management

About Vail Resorts

Vail Resorts is a mountain resort company that operates ski resorts and hotels in North America. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado. Vail Resorts' ski resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Park City, Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood, Stowe, Okemo, Mount Sunapee, and Whistler Blackcomb. The company also operates hotels and other lodging properties in these locations. Vail Resorts has a market capitalization of over $10 billion and generated over $2 billion in revenue in 2020.
Learn more about Vail Resorts
Size
6,100 employees
Market Cap
$9.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$7 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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