2025 Seasonal Staff

Join Our Team!

Sous Chef and Server & Bartender Roles

Join our Beyul Family!

We are looking to grow our team, which is also our community, for our 2025 summer season. From Mid May through October, we have back-to-back wellness & art retreats, company team retreats, weddings, idea conferences, and more. We are looking to hire motivated, responsible, and adventurous individuals to contribute to the incredible culture here at Beyul Retreat.

These jobs are unique, encompassing running a backcountry hotel, hosting retreats and weddings, operating a restaurant, and maintaining a ranch.

Each employee at Beyul Retreat wears different “hats” at different times, but the main roles we are hiring for are:

  • Back of House (BOH): Sous Chefs and Stewards

  • Front of House (FOH): Servers and Bartenders

** Work will begin in Mid May with rolling start dates available.

The Perks:

Our 32-acre property is surrounded by White River National Forest, with trails leading straight into the wilderness. It’s an ideal basecamp for hiking, backpacking, biking, stand-up paddle boarding, & rock climbing! We have a sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, and complimentary yoga classes for staff to enjoy outside of busy hours and private groups. We work hard and play hard as we truly enjoy having a lot of fun together after work!

You are welcome to commute - we are 40m from Basalt, and 1 hr from Carbondale.

Welcome to Beyul!

 

Beyul Retreat took over the historic Diamond J guest ranch outside of Aspen, CO in late 2020 and has transformed the century-old property into a hub of art, live music, wellness & outdoor adventure. Beyul Retreat has already received rave reviews from the Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Denver Post, Houston Chronicle, Yoga+Life, Aspen Times, Aspen Daily News, and more. Our guests & clients choose Beyul for its creative, inspiring, and unique vibe that sets it apart from a traditional guest ranch.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

 

Front of House SERVER & BARTENDER

*FOH APPLICATION

  • Gathering together for a meal is one of our favorite past times at Beyul. As a server and bartender on our catering team, you are a key part of our food and beverage program. You will work with our f&b team to deliver meals and drinks throughout the summer season.

    This is a seasonal, hourly position.

    We are looking to hire 2 full time qualified applicants for this position.

    • Proven experience as a bartender and catering server or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.

    • Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with guests and address their needs.

    • Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with the catering team, kitchen staff, and retreat organizers.

    • Ability to handle high-pressure situations and maintain composure during busy meals and bars.

    • Knowledge of food safety regulations and practices to ensure the health and well-being of guests.

    • Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills to work seamlessly with other front-of-house and back-of-house staff.

    • Neat and professional appearance with a positive attitude, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Efficient multitasking abilities to handle various tasks simultaneously, such as taking orders, serving food and drinks, and managing guest requests.

    • Ability to adapt to different settings and follow specific guidelines and protocols set by Beyul.

    • Flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on the schedule.

    • The ideal candidate is reliable, hardworking, fun, and enjoys working with a well-synchronized service staff.

    • 1+ years of experience in the service industry.

    • Previous banquet serving and/or restaurant experience

    • Bartending experience and knowledge of basic bar management.

    • Customer-focused and treat customers with respect and integrity.

    • Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

    • Strong leadership and supervisory skills.

    • Understanding of safe food handling policies and procedures.

    • Excellent communication skills for conversing with clients, guests and members of the Beyul team.

    • Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

    • Time management, leadership and organizational skills.

    • Natural problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

    • Able to stay calm under pressure and remain positive even when dealing with last minutes changes or guests that are critical or upset about their experience.

    • Great attention to detail, organizational skills, and ‘can do’ attitude

    • Exceptional communication skills, capable of conversing with all kinds of people

    • Responsible person with the ability to lead and manage individuals to provide the team and guest the best experience possible

    • Strong computer skills with Microsoft office, Google Docs, and Google Sheets

    • You are able to read, speak, and understand the English language.

    • Greeting guests with a positive, friendly, and welcoming attitude

    • To demonstrate a positive and can-do attitude, and to lead by example

    • Setting up all tables and food service areas with chairs, linens and dishes

    • Setting up and servind drinks at our bars and preparing all necessary garnishes and supplies

    • To ensure all FOH areas are clean and presentable and laid out correctly

    • To act as a welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable point of contact/host for guests

    • Identify challenges and support team members

    • Assist kitchen staff with any prep work necessary

    • Washing dishes, cutlery, crockery, cast iron, and kitchen equipment while keeping the dish area clean, organized, and free of clutter.

    • Washing work areas, refrigerators, cooking equipment, walls and floors

    • Serving food to guests at events

    • Cleaning up and tearing down the dining area by removing all tableware, linens, garbage and furniture

    • Serving wine during events

    • Maintain a high level of cleanliness and awareness of sanitary practices.

    • Anticipate guests’ needs and exceed customer service expectations.

    • Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

    • Relay important information about orders, allergies and special requests to the appropriate person.

    • Respond urgently and appropriately to any concerns.

    • Support BOH with doing dishes and drying & putting away dishes.

    • Present in professional appearance and mannerisms.

    • Service with a Smile :)

    • Starting at $23/hr

    • End of season bonus

    • We have a sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, and complimentary yoga classes for staff to enjoy outside of busy hours and private events.

    • Our 32-acre property is surrounded by White River National Forest, with trails leading straight into the wilderness. It’s an ideal basecamp for hiking, backpacking, biking, stand-up paddle boarding, & rock climbing!

 

Sous Chef

*BOH APPLICATION

  • Gathering together for a meal is one of our favorite past times at Beyul. As a Sous Chef, you are a key part of our food and beverage program. As the Sous Chef, or Second Chef, you will be responsible for providing supportive leadership to kitchen staff throughout food service. Their duties include assisting the Head Chef in monitoring kitchen activities, expediting orders to ensure quality taste or presentation and taking on additional responsibilities in the Head Chef’s absence to ensure that kitchen staff have proper direction. A sous chef assumes the role of cost controlling and maintaining food cost, and supervises storage, stocking, and sanitation procedures. The sous chef assists in the management and training of new personnel.

    This is a seasonal, hourly position.

    We are looking to hire 2 qualified applicants for this position.

    (You can also commute - we are 40m from Basalt, 1 hr from Carbondale)

    • High school or GED equivalent required, formal culinary training or associate degree in culinary arts preferred

    • Minimum 2-5 years cooking experience in a fine dining environment and experience in a culinary leadership role preferred

    • Ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room employees, and guests.

    • Safe Food Handling Certification

    • Ability to bend, stand, and stoop for long periods of time, and working long hours in hot conditions

    • Must have experience calculating figures and amounts and performing mathematical functions to meet the business needs

    • Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures

    • Excellent record of kitchen and staff management

    • Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions

    • Familiar with industry’s best practices

    • You are able to read, speak, and understand the English language.

    • Has exceptional cooking skills

    • Finds value in continued education and repeatedly looks for ways to improve their cooking skills.

    • Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests

    • Ability to effectively manage the kitchen staff, motivate them and assign duties fairly.

    • Familiarity with the best practices in the hotel and catering services industry.

    • Knowledge of health and safety standards.

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Point of Sale and restaurant management software.

    • Ability to multitask and work quickly under pressure.

    • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.

    • Attention to detail and organizational skills.

    • A good Sous Chef has a commitment to quality and looks to uphold their employer’s standards by conducting quality control on dishes before they approve them to go out.

    • Leadership skills with staff members from various backgrounds who may have different experience levels

    • Hand-eye coordination, ability to work with grills, ovens, and woks

    • Exceptional time-management and multi-tasking skills

    • Good under pressure and has critical decision making skills

    • Handles pressure well and gracefully, able to communicate and delegate to kitchen staff in an appropriate manner.

    • Preparing meals and food to meet the specifications of guests in a timely manner

    • Properly measuring kitchen ingredients and food portions

    • Ensuring kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules and sanitation requirements

    • Using kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation

    • Managing the kitchen inventory and ensuring supplies are fresh and of high quality

    • Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order

    • Ensuring proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward

    • Keeping the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized

    • Taking charge of kitchen opening, closing and other side duties as directed by the Executive Chef

    • Directs food preparation and collaborates with the executive chef.

    • Assume the role as Executive Chef in his or her absence

    • Helps in the design of food and drink menus.

    • Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.

    • Oversees and supervises kitchen staff.

    • Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.

    • Ensures that food is top quality and that the kitchen is in good condition.

    • Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.

    • Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen’s performance..

    • Schedules staff shifts on When I work

    • Trains new employees.

    • Orders food supplies.

    • Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.

    • Solves problems that arise and seizes control of issues in the kitchen.

    • The position runs from May 15th - October 2025

    • End of season bonus

    • We have a sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, and complimentary yoga classes for staff to enjoy outside of busy hours and private events.

    • Our 32-acre property is surrounded by White River National Forest, with trails leading straight into the wilderness. It’s an ideal basecamp for hiking, backpacking, biking, stand-up paddle boarding, & rock climbing!

 

Steward

*BOH APPLICATION

  • As a Beyul Steward you are a key part of our food and beverage team. You are responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment to ensure that the kitchen has a steady supply of clean plates, bowls, silverware, pots, pans and glasses. These duties include prioritizing loads of different types of crockery and kitchenware, hand-washing dishes, loading the dishwasher and placing dishes to dry. Your duties may also include helping the property team set up and take down chairs and tables. We are looking for a qualified individuals who prioritizes hard work, discipline, and consistency in all that they do.

    This is a seasonal, hourly position.

    (You can commute - we are 40m from Basalt, 1 hr from Carbondale, although we prefer someone willing to relocate to our beautiful and wild land)

    • Physical stamina and endurance to handle the demands of a fast-paced kitchen environment.

    • Flexibility to transition between different tasks and responsibilities based on the needs of the kitchen.

    • Attention to detail in cleaning and sanitation practices to uphold high hygiene standards.

    • Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate seamlessly with chefs, servers, and other kitchen staff.

    • Previous experience in various kitchen roles, including dishwashing, prep cooking, and property maintenance.

    • Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean and orderly workspace.

    • Ability to assist with food preparation, including chopping, slicing, and basic cooking tasks, as needed.

    • Willingness to assist in property maintenance tasks as needed

    • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on the schedule.

    • The ideal candidate is professional, hardworking, and reliable with a positive attitude.

    • Great time management skills

    • Agile and flexible, able to respond to different priorities and quickly rearrange their workflow to immediately get kitchen staff and servers the right type of dishes and support that they need.

    • Effective communication skills required

    • Ability to learn new systems quickly

    • Self-motivated with a high energy level

    • Ability to plan and multi-task at an efficient level

    • Hard worker who is always willing to help out the team when needed

    • You are able to read, speak, and understand the English language.

    • Washing dishes, cutlery, crockery, cast iron, and kitchen equipment while keeping the dish area clean, organized, and free of clutter.

    • Washing work areas, refrigerators, cooking equipment, walls and floors

    • Hard worker who is willing to help property team with set up and take down as needed

    • Taking garbage and trash to dumpster area

    • Ability to run resources and equipment to proper locations during meals.

    • Properly washes, stacks, and stores china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers.

    • Assembling, maintaining and breaking down the dish machine

    • On occasion you will need to help bus tables and clear plates.

    • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds several times a day

    • Ability to place cases, pans, utensils and plates on both low and high shelves

    • Ability to work in hot and damp environments

    • Assists in the timely storing of food deliveries.

    • Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef as needed.

    • Ability to be on feet for extended periods of time

    • Starting at $23/hr

    • We have a sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, and complimentary yoga classes for staff to enjoy outside of busy hours and private groups.

    • Our 32-acre property is surrounded by White River National Forest, with trails leading straight into the wilderness. It’s an ideal basecamp for hiking, backpacking, biking, stand-up paddle boarding, & rock climbing!

 

“Working at Beyul has been an unparalleled experience. The Beyul community is incredibly welcoming and Beyul itself is just magical.


As an employer, Beyul is a rare breed. From training, to management, to the daily workings, the Beyul team has it dialed and it felt effortless to jump into my role and feel part of the team. The team is small enough that everyone is a crucial part of the whole and I loved how well we all worked together.

I have so much respect and admiration for the Beyul team and their vision, and they actually walk their talk in business and as humans, which is a rare and beautiful thing. With all the wonderful things Beyul has to offer as an employee, the people are truly what make the experience.

If you love nature, know how to be in community, and enjoy working as a team to deliver top-quality service, then I would not hesitate to work here. I'm quite convinced there’s no other place like it.

-Bronwyn (Front Desk + FOH 2023)”