Bartender - 71 at Snowbird

POWDR • Snowbird, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Snowbird is hiring a seasonal winter Bartender for 71 Restaurant, located inside the Cliff Lodge. The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, provides attentive and personalized guest service, and helps create a welcoming dining atmosphere. The position requires following recipes, presentation standards, Utah liquor laws, food safety and sanitation practices, and responsible alcohol service standards. Bartenders collaborate with restaurant colleagues and assist with bar setup, maintenance, restocking, and end-of-shift duties.

Shifts vary according to business and operational needs and may be in the morning or late evening, including weekends and holidays. Employees must be able to work any day of the week, and employee housing is not available. The role involves extended periods of standing and walking, frequent lifting and moving of items weighing up to 25 pounds, and working in a fast-paced environment. Employees may occasionally need to remain overnight because of weather or canyon road closures and must be able to commute in mountain and winter weather conditions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Strong knowledge of beverage preparation, guest service, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Ability to learn menus, specialty cocktails, wine selections, and other beverage offerings.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort handling cash, operating point-of-sale systems, and performing basic math calculations.
• Ability to remain calm, friendly, and professional under pressure.
• Must obtain and maintain a Food Handler Permit, Alcohol Server Certification (TIPS or equivalent), and any required local certifications.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, grasp, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating guest volumes.
• May be required to remain overnight on occasion due to weather or canyon road closures.
• Ability to work in varying mountain and winter weather conditions while commuting to and from Snowbird.
• Must be able to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous bartending experience preferred; experience in a high-volume restaurant, bar, or resort environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes, presentation standards, and Utah state liquor laws.
• Welcome guests, make recommendations, and personalize the dining experience.
• Share menu knowledge, daily specials, and beverage offerings, using suggestive selling techniques.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly and professionally to requests, questions, and concerns.
• Keep the bar clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service.
• Process guest transactions accurately, handle cash and credit card payments, and complete end-of-shift procedures.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Collaborate with servers, hosts, kitchen staff, and fellow bartenders to deliver seamless service.
• Assist with opening, closing, restocking, and side work duties.
• Help foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.

Benefits

• Complimentary Snowbird season pass and resort access privileges.
• Discounted and complimentary lift tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on dining, retail, lodging, mountain school, and other resort services.
• 401(k) program for eligible employees.
• Discounts and perks through POWDR partner resorts.
• Free UTA bus transportation and Snowbird employee shuttle services.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A fun, energetic workplace in a world-class mountain environment.

What This Job Offers

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