Drinkery Barista & Bartender

Drinkery Barista & Bartender

Pay | $18 ~ $26+/hr ($18/hr base + hourly tips avg.)

Hours | Less than 30 hours per week

Status | Seasonal (Through Summer 2026)

Location | Union, WA

Summary

As a Drinkery Barista & Bartender, you'll help create memorable experiences for our guests—whether they're enjoying a drink, dining, or browsing the Drinkery. You'll mix and serve both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with accuracy and care while ensuring every interaction is warm, welcoming, and attentive. Your goal is to make guests feel welcome, important, and relaxed.

We're looking for someone who can...

• Warmly welcome guests and accurately take beverage orders.
• Prepare a wide range of delicious drinks from coffee to cocktails.
• Accurately handle Drinkery and Gift Shop transactions.
• Ensure the bar is well-stocked and maintain a tidy workspace.
• Inform guests about our food and beverage offerings and unique items available in our gift shop, sharing insights on the resort's amenities and local attractions.
• Full job description available upon request by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io.

Qualifications

• Required | Must be 21 years of age or older
• Required | 1+ years' Barista experience
• Desirable | Bartending experience is a plus
• Flexible work availability including weekends required
• Equivalent education, skills, and/or experience necessary to perform the essential functions may be considered

Required Permits & Certifications

• WA Food Worker Card required within 14 days after hire
• WA Class 12/13 Alcohol Server Permit (MAST) required within 60 days after hire

Perks for All Employees

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions (upon meeting eligibility criteria)
• Paid sick time (part-time and/or seasonal staff)
• Free daily meals fresh from the kitchen
• Free kayak and paddleboard rentals
• Huge discounts on rooms, spa, our restaurant and more!

Collaboration & Engagement

As a Drinkery Barista & Bartender, you will work under the direct guidance of the Director of Food & Beverage Outlets. In addition to your home department, you may occasionally interface with other departments. You will not oversee other staff and can expect a significant level of interaction with guests and the public.

Foundational & Prerequisite Skills

• Basic safety-consciousness, knowledge of food regulations (handling, sanitation, storage), related industry terminology, knowledge, standards and best practices, basic math, and knowledge of beer, wine, mixology and spirits.
• Intermediate written composition, comprehension, and English (reading, writing).
• Advanced spoken English.

Learn As You Go

• Basic point of sale (POS) system operation.
• Intermediate merchandising.

Culture & Competencies

• Personal Characteristics. Hospitable. Authentic. Inclusive. Engaging. Kind. Proactive. Honest. Reliable. Procedure-Conscious. Empathetic. Positive. Adaptable. Open-Minded. Committed. Independently Motivated. Self-Disciplined. Flexible Availability. Patient & Calm Under Pressure. Appropriate Emergency Response.
• Work Habits. Development Mindset. Determined. Diligent. Effective Time & Task Management. Team Player. Organized. Resourceful. Problem-Solver.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Demands. The employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand for extended periods, walk, demonstrate hand dexterity, reach, stoop, kneel, bend, twist, push, pull, or crouch. Occasionally, the employee may lift or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision. The role may also require sustained visual and mental concentration.
• Work Environment. The position operates indoors in controlled settings with minimal temperature variation and moderate noise levels. The position may also involve working near chemicals.

About Us

Hospitable. Authentic. Inclusive. Engaging. Kind. Proactive. Our Promise.

At Alderbrook Resort & Spa, we believe that excellent guest service starts with a supportive, collaborative team environment. We are committed to building each other up; offering on-the-job training and opportunities to learn new skills that can benefit you in a variety of roles and advance your career in hospitality.

Develop your skills in an awe-inspiring setting on the scenic Hood Canal. Our award-winning resort offers luxury accommodations, gourmet dining, and a variety and spa and recreational activities-- all available to our employees at a significant discount.

Ready to be part of something special?

Join our dedicated team and help create unforgettable experiences where serenity meets adventure!

Diversity & EEO

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment at Alderbrook Resort & Spa (North Forty Lodging LLC). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic.

Reasonable accommodations are provided for religious practices and individuals with disabilities. For more information please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Final Details

This summary may not capture all job duties and requirements. For complete details, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job functions may be revised based on business needs or emergencies.

This posting is not an employment contract; employment is at-will and can be altered by North Forty Lodging LLC at any time. Employees are expected follow company policies.

All positions will remain open until filled. North Forty Lodging LLC reserves the right to close job postings at any time.

North Forty Lodging LLC is an E-Verify participant.

Candidates who need accommodation in the application process or wish to receive this job post in an alternative format may contact View email address on click.appcast.io.