Winter 26/27: Host/Busser

POWDR • Copper Mountain, CO

2d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Host/Busser coordinates the flow of business through the dining room and surrounding areas, supporting servers and the kitchen. The role includes hosting, bussing, guest service, food expediting and running, food handling, bar backing, sanitation, snow removal, stocking, dining-room side work, trash removal, and dishwashing. Duties rotate according to business needs. The position requires standing for periods of up to six hours and lifting and carrying items; bar-backing duties may include assisting with kegs weighing up to 150 pounds.

This is a seasonal position with hours that may fluctuate based on business volume. Employees must be flexible about hours and days and able to work any time of day or day of the week. The position is based at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. The proposed hiring rate is $15.00 or more, adjusted based on experience. Seasonal employees are eligible for an employee/dependent season pass and privileges at other resorts, as well as several discount programs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must own non-slip shoes.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds and handle items up to 20 pounds frequently; bar-backing duties may require assisting with kegs weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for periods of up to six hours.
• Must be flexible with work hours and days and able to work any hours of the day and any days of the week.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and adhere to grooming guidelines.
• Must follow established policies and procedures and be able to handle confidential information.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, potentially high-pressure environment.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent decision-making ability.
• Excellent people skills.
• Ability to show self-initiative.
• Ability to work within a team atmosphere.
• May qualify for application under the Colorado Mountain College culinary internship partnership program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of guests through the dining room and balance seating among servers, communicating with the team and kitchen.
• Welcome and seat guests promptly, provide menus, manage reservations and the waitlist, and communicate wait information to guests.
• Act as a liaison among guests, servers, the front door, and management.
• Bus tables, clear and reset dining areas, refill water and drinks, and respond to guest needs and inquiries.
• Assist with bar backing, including restocking supplies and alcohol, cleaning glassware, changing kegs, and restocking garnishes.
• Answer incoming calls professionally, listen to messages, return calls, and assist with to-go orders.
• Prepare the restaurant and host stand for service, including cleaning menus and windows, setting up the waitlist and seating chart, checking supplies and POS printer and credit-card materials, and ensuring the dining room is ready before seating guests.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and uphold sanitation and cleanliness standards.
• Attend daily staff meetings, check with the manager about special events, obtain mountain information for guests, and review the shift with the manager on duty.
• Follow the restaurant's food and beverage service standards and sequence of service.
• Represent Copper Mountain professionally, support coworkers through teamwork, and strive to exceed guest expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee and dependent season passes and privileges at several other resorts.
• Discount programs for food and beverage, retail and rental, tickets, and other offerings.
• Competitive benefits.
• Employee housing.
• Unique work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed