Bartender - Summer

WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS

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Crystal Mountain, the Pacific Northwest's premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, summer adventurers and guests, is part of the Alterra Mountain Company family of resorts. A career here goes beyond what you do today; it’s about creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by passion for adventure, and celebrating legendary moments.

Bartender

Summit House, Brew 62

Venue Manager / Supervisor

Crystal Mountain, Washington

$17.13‑$18.50 + Tips DOE

The Bartender at Crystal Mountain helps create a welcoming guest experience by delivering exceptional service, preparing and serving beverages responsibly, and maintaining a clean, organized bar environment in a fast‑paced summer operations setting. The role requires strong communication skills, prior bartending experience, and the ability to thrive during busy weekends, holidays, and outdoor operations while representing Crystal Mountain with professionalism and hospitality.

• Set up for daily service including dishware, glassware, silverware, linens, and other amenities according to daily procedures and the Restaurant General Manager's direction.
• Serve alcohol within the laws of the Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board and Washington State Health Department.
• Clean equipment, serving utensils, and maintain clean tables and server stations.
• Stock inventory and supplies as appropriate.
• Perform pre‑function side work and ensure all equipment is accounted for and in good condition, notifying the Restaurant General Manager of any issues.
• Use and understand Points of Sale and accurately record sales.
• Know the menu and be able to explain the major ingredients, preparation methods, and pairings for each item.
• Promote and maintain the highest level of customer service by anticipating guests’ needs.
• Determine when a guest should not be served additional alcoholic beverages in accordance with Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board regulations.
• Resolve guest complaints within scope of authority; otherwise refer the matter to management.
• Protect the organization, team members, and guests by adhering to all safety, sanitation, and alcohol beverage control policies, including Washington State Health, Liquor Department regulations, and the U.S. Center for Disease Control guidelines.
• Develop and maintain an organizational culture, values, and reputation with staff and guests.
• Ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant, and cooperative work environment.
• Act as a representative of Crystal Mountain with guests & community members.
• Abide by all Crystal Mountain employment guidelines.

• 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 bartending.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of Point‑of‑Sale systems.

• This position may be scheduled to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 20 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Able to maneuver and tap 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 standing, bending, reaching, and speaking on a constant basis.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other employees.
• Some shifts will be outdoors.

• 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…