Job Description
The Sonnenalp Hotel is one of the Leading Hotels of the World, recognized for service excellence, community contributions, Green leadership and a diverse and welcoming staff. Our 4th generation family-owned Bavarian style hotel has been THE place to stay in Vail for the past 35 years. Join our exceptional team committed to creating a world class resort experience for each and every Guest!
Requirements
What are we looking for?
"Exceptional People Creating a World Class Resort Experience"
The Sonnenalp in Vail Colorado is looking for Food and Beverage staff to join our premier Hotel. The purpose of this position is to interact with our guests and ensure they have a great experience when dining at our five F&B establishments. Servers will work in either fine dining, casual dining, or our events/banquets settings. Restaurant Servers are responsible for positive guest interactions and serving guests in a friendly and efficient manner. At all times, servers are expected to be attentive to our guest needs and making them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed.
We offer positions for Q1 visa candidates ONLY.
- The Q1 positions are 15 months in length and are available to candidates from Germany, Austria or Switzerland only.
Education/Experience
- Apprenticeship in a Hotel or Restaurant required OR equal education
- College degree in hospitality related field preferred
- Serving experience required, preferably in an up-scale restaurant
Special Skills/Equipment
- Basic understanding of wine and cocktails required
- Personable disposition which is maintained in high pressure situations
- Strong organizational skills required
- Excellent oral communication skills required
We are looking for outstanding staff to create an exceptional guest experience. If you are looking to work and live in America, with our European culture and beautiful mountain valley, we could be the perfect place for you to call home.
Your benefits?
- Paid visa fees
- Flight credit
- Cultural Experience allowance of $900
- Hotel & Resort Discounts
- Ski pass discount
- Housing provided
- ....and much more!
We are currently accepting Q1 (15 months) visa applicants from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Apply by sending an email with your application documents (in English) to: recruiting@sonnenalp.com
Company offers
Why join our Hotel?
- Family owned and operated (the owners are actually on site and know each and every employee by name!).
- An elite member of the Leading Hotels of the World.
- We emphasize Quality over Quantity - "Small is Beautiful".
- Well-established reputation with our track record of service excellence and financial success.
- Loyal and happy quests that have been visiting since inception in 1979.
- We care about the Vail community and contributing our time to enhancing it with various company volunteer events.
- We value diversity, professionalism, integrity and leadership.
- Work with like-minded genuine people who take pride in their role.
- Have the freedom and autonomy to help guide our future success.
