Sleigh Host

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, youll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free 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.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee 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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary (https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=enUS)

Job Specifications:

Housing: May Be Available

Expected Pay Range: $20.00 – $21.36 / hour

Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time and Part Time

Job Responsibilities:

The Sleigh Host is responsible for warmly greeting and welcoming all guests onto the sleigh. Sleigh Hosts are also responsible for the safety, comfort, and entertainment of the guests as they travel to and from the cabin on the sleigh. During the 10 minute, un-interrupted sleigh ride, this “performer” will share local knowledge, tell age and audience appropriate stories, and star gaze to entertain as guests making their entire Cabin experience a memorable one. The Sleigh Host also will help guests in and out of the sleigh and maintain all equipment (sleigh, ponchos, and blankets). Other duties as assigned. Great Ski Pass Job!

Job Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age or older – required

High school diploma or equivalent – required

Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs – required

Clear communication skills and passion for guest service

Must be able to read, write, speak, comprehend and understand English fluently – required

Must be personable, professional, and team oriented

Must have a good attitude, seeking to provide the best guest experience possible

Knowledge of the Vail Valley including restaurants, activities, history etc. – highly preferred

Must be able to stand and balance up to 8 hours at a time, and on a moving sleigh – required

Must be able to work weekends, nights and holidays – required

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions at night (this position is 90% outside including in snow, or freezing temperatures) – required

Must be able to shovel large amounts of snow to clear sleigh and loading/unloading gate areas – required

End of season commitment – required

Theater, drama, or entertainment background – preferred

The expected pay range is $20.00 – $21.36. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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 503382

Reference Date: 07/17/2024

Job Code Function: Warehouse