Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, 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. Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, FREE Employee housing, an easy and affordable meal plan, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success. Other Employee Benefits <ul> <li style="background-color:white;line-height:116%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Paid SICK time</li> <li style="background-color:white;line-height:116%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Paid PTO after 500 hrs. </li> <li style="background-color:white;line-height:116%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">401(k) Retirement Plan </li> <li style="background-color:white;line-height:116%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program</li> <li style="background-color:white;line-height:116%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Excellent training and professional development</li> <li style="background-color:white;line-height:116%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Referral Program</li> </ul> To Learn More, please review the <a href="https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US">Benefits Eligibility Summary</a> Job Summary: Maintains and repairs all kitchen equipment at Jackson Lake Lodge, Colter Bay Village, Jenny Lake Lodge. This includes, but is not limited to ovens, flattops, fryers, steamers and steam kettles, induction warmers, blenders, slicers, plate warmers, ect. You are expected to adhere to the company’s mission, vision and value statements. Be knowledgeable of the company’s management systems, policies and initiatives for Hospitality, Environmental, and Health and Safety. You have specific responsibilities within these areas and are expected to understand them. Job Specifications: <ul> <li>Starting Wage: $20/hr</li> <li>Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026</li> <li>Shift Type: Full Time hours available</li> <li>Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age</li> <li>Housing Availability: Yes</li> </ul> Job Responsibulities: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Responsible for start-up and winterizing of all kitchen equipment.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Responsible for all installation, repair, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">May require working outside of regular hours to make repairs (normal hours 8am-4:30pm).</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Abilities should include electrical, plumbing, steam, and pneumatic troubleshooting, and a grasp of related devices (solenoids, thermostats, valves, ect.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ability to work on commercial dish machines and disposals recommended.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Every Maintenance Department staff member will be assigned other technical work within the department when maintenance crisis occur with the company or work in their particular technical field is temporarily or permanently reduced. This job summary is intended as a guide, it is not an all inclusive job description.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">All employees will actively participate in training, observe company policies and procedures, and promote all company values relative to protecting the natural environment.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Job Requirements: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">High School Diploma/ GED</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">2 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen/ related equipment</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Possess valid driver's license, Successful completion of MVR</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Mobile work order system</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">English/ Good communication skills</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Capable of handling moderately strenuous activity</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Must have good organizational skills and possess initiative</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Have good communication/people skills</li> </ul> Preferred Skills: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ability to assemble and disassemble various types of domestic and commercial type kitchen equipment</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The ability to troubleshoot moderately complex issues with equipment</li> </ul> What's In It For You? <ul> <li>FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites</li> <li>FREE Wi-Fi</li> <li>FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park</li> <li>FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!</li> <li>FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.</li> <li>40% retail discounts plus online ProDeals</li> <li>20% grocery and restaurant discounts</li> <li>$112/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria (mandatory for dorm residents, optional for RVers, FREE for Salary roles)</li> </ul> Before you apply, visit <a href="http://www.TetonEmployee.com">http://www.TetonEmployee.com</a> for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful. We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education. Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as FREE dormitory housing. 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. 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 514183 Reference Date: 04/02/2026 Job Code Function: Building Maintenance Trades

Kitchen Mechanic (Moran, WY, US) @ Vail Resorts

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