Seasonal Couple
Overview
A remarkable seasonal position for an experienced couple to manage a spectacular 16,000 sq ft private lodge in central Vail, Colorado with ski-in/ski-out access. This role offers the perfect balance of high-end hospitality and mountain lifestyle, with excellent skiing time built into your schedule.
The lodge features 8 bedroom suites across 4 floors, complete with massage room, external hot tub, internal pool and gym, cinema room and extensive terraces. Guest usage is approximately 6 weeks per season (Christmas/New Year, late January, and March), providing a varied rhythm to your work.
An exceptional couple may be asked to transition to the Principal’s yacht after the ski season.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Seasonal Couple (Chef & Stewardess/Masseuse) in Vail, Colorado, include:
Chef
- Plan menus and prepare informal buffet or family style breakfast daily, served before 10:00am
- Manage all food ordering, inventory, and kitchen stock throughout the season
- Create elegant canapés and evening meals – formal plated service for guest occasions or relaxed family style dining for Principals and children
- Develop health-conscious menus with emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and Asian flavours, particularly Thai cuisine
- Accommodate any ad-hoc dietary preferences or requests with creativity and flexibility
- Maintain immaculate kitchen standards and complete daily cleaning protocols
- Coordinate with Stewardess on service timing and presentation
- Manage kitchen budget and supplier relationships in Vail area
- Plenty of time to ski once breakfast service and kitchen are cleaned down
Stewardess/Masseuse
- Complete morning service of Principal suite including bed making, refreshing bathrooms and general housekeeping
- Maintain the lodge throughout the day including living areas, cinema room, pool area, gym, and terraces
- Monitor and maintain lodge ambiance including lighting, temperature, music and floral arrangements
- Provide polished table service for all meals including setting, serving, clearing and basic wine service
- Evening turndown service for Principal suite with attention to detail
- Co-ordinate with Chef on meal service and assist with food preparation, plating, or clearing as needed
- Manage lodge laundry and linens
- Provide professional massage services when requested by family or guests
- Assist with basic concierge services – restaurant reservations, lift tickets, activity bookings
- Ample skiing time between morning and evening duties
Both positions to include:
- Occasional childcare when required
- Full lodge turnaround between guest visits
- Flexibility and teamwork approach
Alternatively, the client will consider individual candidates as Chef, Stewardess or Masseuse, with remaining positions recruited independently.
Candidates must be/have:
- Ideally experienced as a couple in yachting or similar high-end hospitality, ideally luxury ski chalets/lodges
- Valid B1/B2 visa, US work authorisation, or eligibility for ESTA approval
- Fluent English
- Exceptional standards with a hands-on, can-do attitude and willingness to go above and beyond
- Professional, discreet, and highly proactive – able to anticipate needs before they arise
- Adaptable team players who thrive in a remote mountain setting
- Strong culinary skills with Asian cuisine experience (Chef)
- Polished housekeeping and service standards (Stewardess)
- Qualified massage therapist (if Masseuse role)
Less experienced/first season couples will be considered.
Accommodation
A private bedroom, bathroom and small kitchen.
Hours / Contract
Full-time. Mid December 2025 – April 2026.
Start date approximately 10th December for lodge preparation ahead of guest arrival 18th December.
Paid through a UK entity; self-employed arrangements possible.
Salary
€8,000 combined for entry-level / green candidates.
Applicants with relevant experience will be considered for a higher salary, reflecting their skills and background.
Exceptional candidates may transition to the Principal’s yacht after the ski season.
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CP940: Seasonal Couple (Chef & Stewardess/Masseuse) in Vail, Colorado, USA.
