Bartender - $18/hour + Gratuity

West End Social Bartender

The West End Social Bartender is responsible for providing the highest quality of service and hospitality to guests in an attentive, courteous, and efficient manner. He/she is also responsible for receiving and delivering guests orders, creating and executing beverages, and collecting payment.

Essential Job Functions

• Greet, serve, and engage with guests in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Take and deliver food and beverage orders accurately, anticipating guest needs and ensuring satisfaction.
• Take and deliver room service orders accurately, ensuring proper payment.
• Provide beverage service (coffee, tea, water, soda, lemonade, alcohol) promptly, keeping glasses filled.
• Upsell menu items, beverages, and promotions to enhance the guest experience.
• Maintain knowledge of menus, daily specials, and outlet offerings.
• Operate the POS system to process orders, close checks, and complete end-of-shift paperwork.
• Handle cashiering functions, including collecting payments.
• Perform opening, closing, and side-work duties per assigned station and checklists.
• Pre-bus and clear tables promptly; maintain clean, stocked, and organized service areas.
• Answer phones professionally and handle guest inquiries efficiently.
• Warm, approachable demeanor and commitment to providing attentive, service-oriented hospitality.
• Follow safety protocols, including knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Attend required meetings and trainings, and perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Make beverages and have knowledge in the bar space regarding spirits, wines, beers, and cocktails

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with guests, team members, and management.
• Active listening and problem-solving abilities to address and resolve guest or employee concerns.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to anticipate guest and operational needs.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to cleanliness, efficiency, and productivity.
• Ability to apply and understand information, policies, and procedures to achieve operational goals.
• Flexibility to cross-train in other areas of hotel operations as needed.
• Professional appearance and grooming in compliance with company standards, including wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality aligned with business needs.

Physical Demands

• Flexible and long hours are sometimes required.
• Medium work-Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during the entire shift.
• Must be able to maneuver throughout the dining area while carrying full trays of beverages.

Work Environment

• Primary work takes place in restaurant, lounge, and room service areas with exposure to a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
• May be required to deliver room service orders to guest rooms, including traveling outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• May be exposed to moderate noise levels, hot and cold temperatures, and food and beverage handling.

Benefits

• One free meal in the employee dining room per shift for all service professionals
• Full-time and part-time service professionals are eligible for discounted rates at all Salamander properties
• Full-time and part-time service professionals are eligible for free gym usage
• Free onsite parking
• Free ski pass for full-time service professionals during the winter; those full-timers who opt out of the ski pass are eligible for a bonus
• 50% discount on food and beverage for service professionals in the restaurant
• 25% discount off food and non-alcoholic beverages in the caf
• We-cycle program located on-site
• Monthly service professional recognition program
• Eligible for employee referral benefits
• Annual recognition program with a live DJ and raffles
• Winter discounted rate employee housing may be available
• Dark blue jeans are the dress code
• Service Professional pet policy
• Discounted tennis and pickleball rates
• Hiking trails located directly on-site
• White water rafting outing

Summer Activities

• Hike to Crater Lake, the Ute and Hanging Lake
• Bus, Hike or Cycle to Maroon Bells
• The Rodeo In Snowmass Village, Wednesday Evenings
• Mountain Biking on Snowmass or Aspen Mountains
• Attend a free summer concert in Snowmass on Thursday evenings
• Ride the Gondola to the top of Aspen or Snowmass Mountain
• Attend a classical music concert at the Benedict Music Tent
• Fly Fishing
• Horseback riding
• White water rafting
• ATV excursion
• Attend a show at the Wheeler Opera House
• Visit the Historical Society and learn about Aspen's past

Winter Activities

• Ski/Snowboard on Snowmass, Buttermilk, Aspen Highlands, Aspen Mountain (Ajax)
• Snowshoe
• Skin on Ajax in the evening, or in the morning/afternoon/evening at Buttermilk and Snowmass
• Ride the Gondola to the top of Aspen or Snowmass Mountain

Receipt and Acknowledgement

• I acknowledge and understand that:
• Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, or an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.
• The job description provides a general summary of the position however it is not all inclusive. I know of no limitations that would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
• Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time.
• Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of Aspen Meadows Resort.
• I have read and understand this job description:

Benefits for full-time employees include but are not limited to the following with an employee contribution: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability after 90 days of employment. Employer-provided Basic Life Insurance and Basic AD&D are provided after 90 days of employment. 401K eligibility is available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment, part-time employees can qualify to participate in a 401(k) plan after two consecutive years of working at least 500 hours. Currently, 401K Match is $0.50 on the $1.00 of an employee's contribution up to 6%; there is a 5-year vesting period. Applications for all positions are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Salamander is a drug-free workplace and participant in E-Verify.