Entry Level Hospitality Team Member Jobs
New grad hospitality team member jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a friendly attitude and internship or customer-service background can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Fashion & Apparel, and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like PruittHealth, Mohawk Industries, and University of Nebraska hiring at this level now.
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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:
The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the daily culinary operations for Breckenridge Hospitality Food and Beverage at The Living Room Restaurant and Banquet operations This position assists the Chef with leading the kitchen team, maintaining food quality and consistency, and ensuring efficient execution during busy services. The Sous Chef must be comfortable working in a high-volume environment where speed, organization, communication, consistency, and teamwork are essential. This role helps oversee culinary staff, food production, service execution, food safety, scheduling, labor management, inventory, ordering, and other administrative responsibilities. A successful Sous Chef in Breckenridge Hospitality will be able remain organized and lead effectively during high-cover services while maintaining strong ticket times, consistent food quality, and a positive guest experience. This position works closely with the Chef to develop the culinary team and create a productive, professional, and supportive e kitchen environment.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $57,784.00 - $60,000.00
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
- Assist Chef with menu planning, production, and delivery in both a Restaurant and Banquet environment
- Lead and support kitchen operations during high-volume services, ensuring efficient ticket times, consistent food quality, and effective communication between culinary and front-of-house teams
- Assist with daily preparation and organization to ensure the outlet is prepared for high-cover and peak-volume services
- Ensure food safety across all operations
- Ensure entire outlet operates under HACCP guidelines and adheres to ServSafe Culinary Guidelines
- Assist Chef with scheduling staff to budgeted labor by resolving payroll exceptions, approvals, and labor distribution reports
- Assist Chef with ordering/receiving, cost transfers, variance reports, and inventory control of all food, beverages, supplies, etc. purchased for the entire building
- Conduct routine line checks and maintain food quality of all food served and produced
- Maintain consistency, portion control, presentation standards, and recipe execution throughout service
- Develop and train culinary team
- Assist Chef with training and retaining all food service personnel
- Educate staff on classical and contemporary culinary techniques
- Provide hands-on leadership and support on the cooking line during peak business periods
- Promote a positive, organized, team-oriented kitchen culture in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Job Requirements:
Required
- Previous culinary experience
- Management or supervisory experience
- Advanced Culinary Skills
- Guest Service skills
- Ability to communicate in English
- Able to stand or walk for 12 hours
- Able to carry 50+ lbs.
- ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with purchasing systems, MS Office Suite and Outlook
- Ability to communicate in Spanish
- Previous experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant operations
- Experience managing high-cover services and leading a busy restaurant line
- Degree in Culinary Arts
The expected pay range is $57,784.00 - $60,000.00. 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.
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 518676
Reference Date: 11/03/2026
Job Code Function: F&B General Management
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:
The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the daily culinary operations for Breckenridge Hospitality Food and Beverage at The Living Room Restaurant and Banquet operations This position assists the Chef with leading the kitchen team, maintaining food quality and consistency, and ensuring efficient execution during busy services. The Sous Chef must be comfortable working in a high-volume environment where speed, organization, communication, consistency, and teamwork are essential. This role helps oversee culinary staff, food production, service execution, food safety, scheduling, labor management, inventory, ordering, and other administrative responsibilities. A successful Sous Chef in Breckenridge Hospitality will be able remain organized and lead effectively during high-cover services while maintaining strong ticket times, consistent food quality, and a positive guest experience. This position works closely with the Chef to develop the culinary team and create a productive, professional, and supportive e kitchen environment.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $57,784.00 - $60,000.00
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
- Assist Chef with menu planning, production, and delivery in both a Restaurant and Banquet environment
- Lead and support kitchen operations during high-volume services, ensuring efficient ticket times, consistent food quality, and effective communication between culinary and front-of-house teams
- Assist with daily preparation and organization to ensure the outlet is prepared for high-cover and peak-volume services
- Ensure food safety across all operations
- Ensure entire outlet operates under HACCP guidelines and adheres to ServSafe Culinary Guidelines
- Assist Chef with scheduling staff to budgeted labor by resolving payroll exceptions, approvals, and labor distribution reports
- Assist Chef with ordering/receiving, cost transfers, variance reports, and inventory control of all food, beverages, supplies, etc. purchased for the entire building
- Conduct routine line checks and maintain food quality of all food served and produced
- Maintain consistency, portion control, presentation standards, and recipe execution throughout service
- Develop and train culinary team
- Assist Chef with training and retaining all food service personnel
- Educate staff on classical and contemporary culinary techniques
- Provide hands-on leadership and support on the cooking line during peak business periods
- Promote a positive, organized, team-oriented kitchen culture in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Job Requirements:
Required
- Previous culinary experience
- Management or supervisory experience
- Advanced Culinary Skills
- Guest Service skills
- Ability to communicate in English
- Able to stand or walk for 12 hours
- Able to carry 50+ lbs.
- ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with purchasing systems, MS Office Suite and Outlook
- Ability to communicate in Spanish
- Previous experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant operations
- Experience managing high-cover services and leading a busy restaurant line
- Degree in Culinary Arts
The expected pay range is $57,784.00 - $60,000.00. 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.
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 518676
Reference Date: 11/03/2026
Job Code Function: F&B General Management
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Entry Level Hospitality Team Member Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hospitality team member job?
Focus on any hands-on experience with customers, whether from a school job, volunteer shift, or short internship, and highlight it clearly on your resume. Employers at this level prioritize reliability, a positive attitude, and basic service skills over a long work history. Applying to hotels, restaurants, and event venues that explicitly list zero to two years of experience as acceptable gives you the strongest starting point.
Which companies hire entry level hospitality team members?
Companies hiring entry level hospitality team members right now include PruittHealth, Mohawk Industries, and University of Nebraska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hotels, restaurant groups, resorts, and event management companies tend to hire most actively at this level, often filling multiple openings at once across front-of-house, food service, and guest relations functions.
Are there remote entry level hospitality team member jobs?
Yes, though most hospitality team member roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level hospitality team member openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in guest communications, reservations support, or virtual concierge functions rather than traditional floor or service roles.
Are these new grad hospitality team member jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior hospitality team member roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or part-time service work in place of full-time history, or mentions that training is provided. If a listing does not require prior full-time hospitality employment, it is generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level hospitality team members?
Entry Level hospitality team member roles concentrate in Education, Fashion & Apparel, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on consistent guest-facing staffing and tend to hire entry level candidates frequently because customer service skills can be developed on the job with structured onboarding.