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Restaurant Caretaker & Snowcat Operator - Winter 26-27
Aspen Skiing Company
SmartRecruiters
- Location
- Aspen or Snowmass Village, CO, United States, United States
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- Salary not specified
- Posted
- 9 Oct 2026
With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of  Aspen One , owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you, Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.   Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit  www.aspensnowmass.com  or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram and  Facebook.
With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of  Aspen One , owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you, Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.   Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit  www.aspensnowmass.com  or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram and  Facebook.  Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. The Restaurant Caretaker ensures all areas of the restaurant, inside and out, are clean, sanitary, safe, and in good working condition, and picks up shifts operating the snowcat to deliver food, beverage, and other supplies to on-mountain restaurants. Housing is provided on site. This position reports to the General Manager – Market Restaurants.  Job Posting Deadline Applications for this position will be accepted until December 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Winter Season.  Essential Job Functions / Key Job Responsibilities Complete physical and mechanical walk-through of building and notify arriving manager of any noticeable or outstanding problems  Winter specific duties include snow removal from decks and walkways to ensure safe and easy access for guests and staff, icicle removal from roof line and apply snowmelt where appropriate  Summer specific duties to include basic landscaping tasks, trash removal around the building, cleaning windows and floors, and replacing light bulbs and carpet as needed  Help the facilities or engineering team as needed with maintenance projects  Set ski or bike racks in proper location at beginning and end of day  Secure, open and close building  Vacuum all carpeted areas, sweep and mop back of house areas as directed  Load, drive, and maintain the supply cat to deliver food, beverage, and other required items to restaurants via snowcat, following designated routes and cross-referencing delivery invoices against product received   Complete daily pre-start-up Snowcat checklist, including radio operation, ensure the Snowcat is properly fueled with fluid levels maintained, and promptly notify management of any mechanical or safety issues   Follow correct protocols for trash, recycling, and compost removal from restaurants, exercising proper care when transporting hazardous goods  Assist restaurant team in end of the day cleaning and closing procedures if needed  Other duties as assigned  Education & Experience Requirements  Must be 18 years or older  High School Diploma or GED preferred  Valid, current, unrestricted driver's license required  At least 2 years of experience in a facility maintenance or landscaping position required  Prior experience driving a snowcat or similar equipment preferred  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities   Knowledge of company policies and procedures   Familiarity with company rules, regulations, and operational standards   Knowledgeable on all restaurant and building mechanical equipment   Skilled in effectively communicating both verbally and in writing with team members and guests in English   Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and complete tasks and goals efficiently and effectively   Ability to do basic problem-solving   Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks   Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner   Attention to detail   Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with others and developing strong relationships with those contacted in the course of work   Ability to operate a variety of vehicles, including stick shift, snowcat, and snowmobile — required   Ability to ski or ride at an intermediate level — required for winter operations at ski in/ski out locations   Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when operating vehicles/equipment  Work Environment & Physical Demands Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time  Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces  Must be able to continually lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance  Certain locations, will require an employee to ski or snowboard  Job Benefits This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits:  Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.    Paid Time Off Programs  Paid Leave Programs  Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes  Other company perks  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.          This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all. For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks     Aspen One participates in E-Verify. E-Verify & Right to Work Poster