Food & Beverage Area Banquet Manager - The Arrabelle at Vail Square/ Lodge at Vail

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:Leads banquet and event operations across The Arrabelle and The Lodge at Vail. Owns service execution, team leadership, equipment and AV, and banquet financial performance, and delivers elevated events that meet brand standards and budget. Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $57,784.00 - $70,631.00 + Commissions can be up to $30,000 annually. Employment Type: Year Round Shift Type: Full Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: No Job Responsibilities: Operations and service Run all banquet and event execution across both properties, from setup through breakdown. Own banquet service standards, SOPs, and event workflows, and keep them current with market trends. Manage space readiness, equipment, inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships. Own all AV and IT for events, including setup, breakdown, and maintenance. Coordinate with sales, culinary, and property departments to execute each event as contracted. Financial Manage the banquet budget, including labor, supplies, and event costs. Forecast food, liquor, wine, and beverage needs and purchase to match. Track actual vs. projected revenue, find growth opportunities, and recommend CAPEX for equipment and spaces. Enforce cash handling and liquor control procedures. Team leadership Hire, train, schedule, and develop the banquet team. Set performance standards, coach, conduct reviews, and hold the team accountable. Lead pre-event briefings and team meetings, and partner with HR on employee relations. Build a respectful, accountable, and inclusive team culture. Guest experience Review guest feedback, fix issues, and share insights with property leadership. Empower staff to resolve guest issues on the spot. Balance service quality against cost in operational decisions. Job Requirements: 4+ years in banquet/event management or upscale F&B operations, with experience in all phases of event execution 2-year degree in Food Service or Hotel & Restaurant Management, or equivalent experience Proven budget and cost-control ability Current TIPS and ServSafe certification Proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems Strong written and verbal communication in English Able to lift 40 lbs and work flexible hours The expected pay range is $57,784.00 - $70,631.00. 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.