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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, Employee housing, 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.​

 

The Catering & Conference Services Coordinator works with clients and staff to assist in planning and running all group functions at Jackson Lake Lodge (and occasionally offsite), and helps to sell weddings and social events.  

 

Job Specifications:  

Outlets:  Jackson Lake Lodge

To learn more about our locations – visit Teton Employee - Our Properties 

Starting Wage: $18.25 / hour Skill Level: Entry, Intermediate

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: 

Assisting in all aspects of planning and executing group functions  

Fielding incoming calls and responding to event inquiries, conducting appropriate follow up 

Coordinating, attending, and/or conducting planning meetings and site visits, and working closely with clients and staff to ensure event details are in order 

Creating, maintaining and disseminating banquet event orders, group resumes, and other documentation 

Serving as primary contact for coordination and execution of all internal meetings, as well as banquet-only events, tour dinners and some small meeting programs 

Attending and monitoring functions to ensure they are running as planned, assisting where needed 

 

The right candidate for this role will have the following minimum requirements: 

4-year college degree or equivalent additional experience 

1-2 years catering, meetings/conventions or F&B experience, preferably in a hotel or conference center 

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 

Ability to speak, read and write English fluently, with strong oral and written communications skills 

Basic understanding of hotel, food and beverage and banquet operations 

Positive attitude and exceptional guest service skills to support both internal and external customers 

Well organized, detail oriented, and able to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently 

Flexible, versatile and a fast learner, able to adapt quickly and maintain calm in a fast paced environment  

Comfortable working with internal and external guests, clients, media, partners, and associates at all levels  

Must present a well-groomed appearance and professional manner; professional phone and email etiquette 

Able to meet the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to departmental and company policies and procedures; Note: this position regularly requires evening, weekend and holiday hours 

Valid driver’s license and a vehicle (or ability to obtain a satisfactory motor vehicle report) 
 

The following skills/experience are helpful but not required:  

Food & beverage event planning and coordination and general wine knowledge 

Knowledge of Delphi and/or V1 

Interpretive knowledge of Grand Teton National Park 

 

What’s In It For You?

FREE Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites FREE WiFi (where available) FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park 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! FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment. $105/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria

 

Before you apply, visit http://www.TetonEmployee.com 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 staff housing. www.vailresortscareers.com 

 

The expected pay range is $18.25. 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. 

 

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  506496
Reference Date: 12/23/2024 
Job Code Function: Catering & Conference