Club Bartender

SUMMARY

The Club Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional beverage service while creating a warm, refined, and highly personalized experience for members and guests. This position plays a key role in fostering the Club's welcoming atmosphere by anticipating member needs, recognizing preferences, and providing polished, attentive service that reflects the highest standards of luxury hospitality.

The ideal candidate is professional, personable, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating memorable member experiences through thoughtful service and expert beverage knowledge.

EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE

Working at Tamarack is an incredibly rewarding and magical experience. Not only will you be working in a beautiful mountain environment, but you will also receive amazing employee perks like a season pass for you and your family, resort discounts, free childcare and more!

Mountains, meadows and lakes are for everyone, and our resort community is no different. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in hiring, training, and career advancement. We celebrate and respect our diverse team members and guests.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to club recipes, presentation standards, and service expectations
• Provide personalized, anticipatory service by recognizing members and guests, remembering preferences, and fostering meaningful member connections
• Maintain expert knowledge of beverage menus, wine lists, specialty cocktails, spirits, beers, and current club offerings
• Confidently recommend pairings, specialty cocktails, and featured selections to enhance the member experience
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and verify identification in accordance with all state and local laws
• Maintain a pristine, organized, and polished bar and lounge environment at all times
• Complete bar setup and breakdown procedures to ensure readiness for seamless service
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs proactively to leadership
• Assist with receiving, stocking, rotating, and maintaining beverage inventory to preserve quality standards
• Accurately process member charges and reconcile tabs in accordance with club accounting procedures
• Support tournaments, member events, private functions, and special programming with exceptional execution and attention to detail
• Collaborate closely with service staff, culinary teams, and club leadership to deliver seamless, elevated service
• Address member questions or concerns promptly, professionally, and discreetly; escalate when appropriate
• Uphold all club service standards, appearance expectations, and operational policies
• Continuously seek opportunities to elevate service and create memorable member moments

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous bartending experience required; private club, luxury resort, fine dining, or upscale hospitality experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, wine, beer, and premium spirits
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a polished, professional presence
• Strong hospitality instincts with the ability to anticipate and exceed member expectations
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, high-service environment
• Accuracy in handling member transactions and POS systems
• Current alcohol service certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Commitment to discretion, professionalism, and personalized member service

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

SCHEDULE

Flexible availability is required, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and club events, based on business needs.

WHAT WE VALUE

We seek team members who are:

• Warm, gracious, and genuinely member-focused
• Professional, polished, and dependable
• Detail-oriented with pride in presentation
• Proactive and anticipatory in service delivery
• Collaborative team players with a positive attitude
• Committed to creating a consistently elevated club experience