Winter Head Bartender

Position: Winter 26/27: Head Bartender
Location: Killington

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation:
Hourly wage, adjusted based on experience.

Benefits:
Seasonal position eligible for a season pass for employee/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

Job Summary:

The Head Bartender is responsible for supporting day-to-day bar operations while delivering exceptional guest service in a fast-paced resort environment. This position provides hands-on leadership to bar staff, maintains service and operational standards, supports inventory control, and ensures compliance with all alcohol service, sanitation, and safety requirements. The Head Bartender works collaboratively with Food & Beverage leadership, culinary teams, event teams, and resort departments to create a professional, welcoming, and memorable guest experience.

Summary of

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of assigned bar operations, ensuring company standards are consistently met.

Work directly with bar staff to support service execution, training, side work, and overall team performance.

Assist with scheduling and staffing coordination as needed by the Building Manager or direct supervisor.

Ensure assigned bar areas are appropriately staffed and prepared for daily operations, events, and business levels.

Ensure beverage recipes, portion standards, displays, setups, and service procedures are followed according to company standards.

Support continuous improvement and standardization of bar service across assigned areas.

Ensure team members follow all uniform, appearance, service, and procedural standards.

Manage bar inventory, including ordering, counting, stocking, rotation, and monitoring of product levels.

Monitor staff liquor licenses and ensure they remain current.

Comply with all Serv Safe and resort sanitation requirements.

Review banquet event orders for weddings and events taking place in the assigned location.

Enforce safety regulations, including proper alcohol handling and sanitation procedures.

Store and rotate beverages properly.

Train bar staff, create checklists, and ensure side work is completed.

Contribute to drink menus in collaboration with the lodge manager.

Open and close the bar and/or surrounding lodge area.

Coordinate with musicians and entertainment partners.

Warmly greet guests and present menus where applicable.

Inform guests of specials and accurately describe menu items.

Offer friendly, knowledgeable recommendations on food and beverage options to enhance the guest experience.

Maintain strong knowledge of all beer, wine, liquor, specialty, and reserve beverage offerings.

Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all Department of Liquor Control regulations.

Check patron identification in accordance with state regulations and resort policy.

Manage steps of service to provide a consistent, professional, and exceptional experience for all guests.

Accurately and efficiently take guest orders and enter them into the computerized ordering system, including special requests and order changes.

Accurately and securely handle all transactions.

Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas, supplies, and equipment.

Consistently meet or exceed company standards for personal appearance and professionalism.

Remain flexible, efficient, and helpful when assisting servers, support staff, supervisors, and other restaurant or bar team members.

Always be respectful of co-workers, culinary staff, guests, and fellow Killington Resort employees.

Prepare drink orders in a timely manner.

Maintain an organized and fully stocked bar, including supplies, equipment, and items necessary to support smooth daily operations.

Promote the safety of guests and staff by monitoring alcohol consumption and following responsible service practices.

Resolve guest issues immediately and notify supervisors of all guest-related concerns.

Assist in other restaurant and bar areas as deemed necessary by a supervisor.

Work weddings and events throughout the resort as needed.

Adhere to a flexible schedule determined by the direct supervisor.

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant restaurant or food service experience preferred.

Previous bartending, supervisory, or lead experience required

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Vermont Department of Liquor Control certification required.

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