Banquets Bartender - Summer

Position Title

Banquet Bartender

Banquets

Banquet Manager, Banquet Captain

Crystal Mountain, Washington

$17.13 + tips

The banquet bartender serves beverages and/or food to guests at banquets, following recipes and standards. They also process payments, handle credit transactions, and enforce policies and regulations, such as not serving alcoholic drinks to minors.

• Provide courteous, efficient, and professional beverage service in accordance with banquet and company hospitality standards
• Execute beverage service efficiently to support event timelines and minimize guest wait times
• Maintain awareness of event flow including meal service, speeches, entertainment, and program transitions
• Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to beverage requests
• Maintain composure and service quality during high-volume service periods
• Address guest concerns professionally and elevate service issues to banquet leadership as appropriate
• Maintain thorough knowledge of banquet beverage menus including cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic offerings
• Understand standard drink recipes, preparation techniques, and appropriate glassware usage
• Review banquet event orders (BEOs) to understand hosted bars, cash bars, specialty cocktails, and service timelines
• Be knowledgeable of event-specific beverage limitations, consumption packages, and service expectations
• Set up banquet bar stations according to event specifications including stocking alcohol, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and service tools
• Ensure bar presentation meets company standards for cleanliness, organization, and brand image
• Prepare drinks consistently according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines
• Ensure proper garnish, glassware, and presentation standards are maintained
• Coordinate with banquet servers and captains to support overall event beverage flow
• Follow all alcohol service laws, company policies, and safety procedures
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and take appropriate action to support responsible service
• Maintain punctual attendance, proper uniform standards, and professional demeanor
• Demonstrate teamwork and flexibility to support changing event demands
• Break down bar stations following event completion including removal of supplies, glassware, and equipment
• Clean and sanitize bar areas and return inventory to designated storage locations
• Assist with waste disposal, recycling, and overall event space restoration
• Reconcile sales or consumption records as required for cash bars or inventory tracking
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Banquet Captain, Lead Bartender, or Banquet Manager

• Must hold a valid M.A.S.T. Class 12 or 13 Permit (Washington state serving license)
• Must hold a valid Washington Food Worker Card (Health & Food Safety)
• Minimum 2 years professional experience in Food and Beverage, preferably catering

• This position is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays while in operation.
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 30 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Able to manipulate a full-size keg of beer (~160 pounds)
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a constant basis.
• Auditory and visual acuity to operate computers, phones, mobile devices and basic office equipment on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time bending, reaching, and speaking on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, pushing and pulling on an occasional basis.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.

• Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
• + Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
• 50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
• Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
• Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
• Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
• Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
• Free Crystal branded swag
• Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
• Discount Marketplace
• Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
• Employee-only Night Skiing events
• Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
• Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
• Group health insurance for eligible positions
• 401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment

An Equal Opportunity Employer