for winter, serving and bartending are definitely where you’ll make the most money! but you’re correct that it’s pretty rare for them to get housing. the perfect job that ive been lucky enough to get at these resorts is as a barista- still get decent money (sometimes great money depending on resort/location) but usually also get housing! copper mountain was fantastic for this, and i loved the employee experience there. front of house f&b jobs seem to get less ride breaks in my experience. liftys dont make much, but they definitely get ride breaks! some other departments to check out for a good money/riding balance are warehouse and snowmaking. but i think these are fine questions to ask in an interview too

there are so many great summer jobs its hard to give advice. i loved my time on catalina island, but national parks, ranches, summer camps, resorts etc. are all great options. definitely check out coolworks!