Manager in Training - Rooms Division - Little Nell

Overview

The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel, featuring luxurious amenities, personalized service, breathtaking mountain views, renowned dining, spacious accommodations, and unparalleled access to America’s most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, The Little Nell is consistently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy.

The new Spa at The Little Nell is rooted in ‘The Aspen Idea’ - a holistic lifestyle philosophy that integrates mind, body, and spirit. During ski season, The Little Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub and health center year-round.

The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards for decades including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation. The Little Nell also proudly offers residences, with 26 exquisite private mountainside homes and 12 guest rooms situated at the base of Aspen Mountain where owners and rental guests enjoy exceptional personal service delivered by The Little Nell team, along with effortless ski-in/ski-out access to Aspen Mountain.

For the first time since its inception, the first Nell hotel outside of Aspen will open at Rockefeller Center in 2027, bringing its legendary sophisticated style and legendary Aspen culture to New York City. For more information, visit  or follow @thelittlenell on X, Instagram or Facebook. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the noti, , , ,  &  domains.

The Manager in Training (MIT) will spend 10-12 months rotating throughout the Rooms Division departments in order to gain a broad knowledge of the division. During the program the MIT will experience Housekeeping, Front Office and Guest Services and will work all positions and all shifts and will spend time during each rotation shadowing the department manager to learn supervisory skills necessary for each department.

The MIT will participate in various Human Resources led learning modules throughout the program and at the conclusion of the program the MIT will be counseled on next steps for promotion into a supervisor or management role. This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Applications for this position will be accepted until March 15, 2026.

• Work all positions within the rotational departments assigned throughout each area of the MIT Program following seasonal business levels and new hotel opening needs
• Meet regularly with the department manager to review performance
• Meet regularly with the department manager to learn supervisory skills and responsibilities
• Complete department specific projects as assigned by department manager
• Review and learn monthly department financials with department manager
• Complete MIT learning modules as assigned by Human Resources
• Attend department meetings as required
• Complete special tasks and projects assigned by manager
• Attend assigned management training classes
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field

• 1yr experience in hotel operations or hospitality management preferred, internship experience will be considered

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a desire to learn and grow in the hospitality industry

• Strong problem-solving mindset and a passion for delivering excellent guest experiences

• Skilled in influencing and acting as a role model to…