Hotel Bartender - Summer 2026 Seasonal - Full Time

Seasonal
Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.


BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
• Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
• Free regional bus pass

*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits!


For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION SUMMARY

Join our dynamic team! This position is in the Cabin Restaurant and Poolside Bistro within the Steamboat Grand Hotel. We are looking for folks who can mix a drink and enjoy connecting with guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Responsible for tending bar in a high-volume dining restaurant and poolside bistro, serving both bar patrons and wait staff; mix, pour and serve drinks to customers and/or wait staff serving tables; keep work area and bar organized and clean at all times
• Responsible for cash handling and daily sales reconciliation. Perform cashier duties; set up cash drawer; take payment and return correct change; cash out at the end of the evening. Ensure that your bank is correct. Print out guest checks as needed for payment, close out and receive payments from guests to expedite service
• Must be a team player by assisting in daily operations of serving, cleaning, bussing, and answering phones which is dictated by business volume. Greet and seat customers, as required
• Open bar facilities. Stock and set up bar for service. Perform shift opening tasks that may include: setting tables, opening doors, set up service station, make sure all menus are stocked for all shifts, etc. As required
• Maintain good customer relations; interact with customers in a pleasant but professional manner. Provide superior service to our customers (internal and external) at all times. Follow proper etiquette guidelines while interacting with the guests and respond to all guests in a courteous, efficient manner
• Adhere to State Liquor Regulations, determine when customers should not be served alcohol
• All job responsibilities need to be completed in a timely and efficient manner
• Handle disturbances created by disorderly or intoxicated patrons, with the proper level of guest consideration, safety and know the right time to seek assistance
• Alert manager of inventory shortages of liquor, food and supplies based on anticipated or actual guest volume
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
• Perform other tasks as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of bartending experience, required
• Previous cashiering experience required
• Prior experience with RTP system preferred
• Must have an excellent welcoming, guest service attitude
• Must have a neat, clean appearance at all times, as per company standards
• Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers and management consistent with SSRC's Service Excellence standards
• Must have Colorado approved Alcohol Server Training certificate or must attend a Colorado approved alcohol server training educational seminar within 30 days of employment
• Must have current Food Handler and Allergy training certificate, or must attend Food Handler and Aller-train certification courses for Alterra Mountain company within 14 days of employment

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Steamboat area base hourly pay: $12.14 per hour plus tips

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be minimum 21 years of age
• Stand for long periods of time and lift 50 lbs (cases of beverages, lifting kegs with help)
• Communicate clearly in English both written and verbally

The physical demands 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.

Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually moderate.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.

This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.

Employment with Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is "at will" meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

This position is in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.