Restaurant Support Staff; Powder Cache; Winter

• Location 3300 Ski Hill Road,Alta, WY, 83414,United States
• Job Category Winter Seasonal

• Name Alex Rust
• Email

The Busser / Food Runner / Barback plays an essential role in creating a smooth, welcoming dining experience at Powder Cache Restaurant. Working across the dining room, kitchen, and bar, this position helps keep service moving by resetting tables, delivering food accurately and efficiently, maintaining well-stocked service areas, and anticipating the needs of servers, bartenders, and guests.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role for someone who enjoys being part of a team and takes pride in the details that make great service possible. As with every position at Grand Targhee Resort, this role serves as a Targhee ambassador by creating positive guest interactions and contributing to an exceptional mountain dining experience.

including the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Dining Room & Table Maintenance (Bussing):
  • Clear dishes, glassware, and silverware promptly and discreetly between courses and after guests leave, helping maintain an attentive and polished dining experience.
  • Clean, sanitize, and reset tables efficiently according to Powder Cache service standards so they are ready for arriving guests and dining room flow remains smooth.
  • Maintain clean, organized side stations; polish glassware and flatware; and replenish dining room supplies throughout the shift.
• Food Delivery & Kitchen Coordination (Food Running):
  • Deliver hot and cold menu items from the kitchen to guest tables promptly and accurately, following seat numbers and service procedures.
  • Build a working knowledge of menu items, plate presentations, ingredients, and dietary considerations in order to accurately deliver dishes and respond to basic guest questions.
  • Support servers during busy service periods by assisting with water refills, bread service, clearing, and other guest needs.
  • Communicate clearly with servers and kitchen team members to help ensure food is delivered accurately, efficiently, and at the appropriate time.
• Bar Support Operations (Bar backing):
  • Keep bartenders supplied throughout service by replenishing ice, beer, wine, liquor, garnishes, glassware, and other bar supplies.
  • Clear and sanitize bar seating promptly, collect used glassware, and keep dirty barware moving efficiently through the dishwashing area.
  • Prepare basic bar support items such as fresh juices, citrus garnishes, and simple syrups according to department standards.
  • Monitor bar supplies throughout the shift and proactively restock items before shortages affect service.
• Service Standards & Team Support:
  • Follow Powder Cache service procedures and departmental Standard Operating Procedures reviewed during training and orientation.
  • Work collaboratively with servers, bartenders, hosts, culinary staff, and other team members to keep service organized and responsive during both routine and high-volume periods.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and guest-ready work areas throughout the shift.
  • Anticipate where support is needed and step in proactively to help the team deliver an efficient and welcoming guest experience.
  • Consistently support restaurant service, hospitality, cleanliness, guest-experience, and operational standards.

• Protect the safety of yourself, coworkers, and Grand Targhee Resort guests.
• Report potentially harmful equipment or unsafe conditions to your immediate supervisor without delay.
• Report safety-related accidents and incidents to your immediate supervisor promptly.
• Follow all company and department safety policies and procedures outlined in the Resort's Occupational Safety & Health Compliance Manual and applicable department procedures or manuals.
• Operate equipment safely and in a manner that does not create a risk of injury to yourself or others.
• Drive in accordance with applicable law and Grand Targhee Resort policies when driving is required for the position.
• Follow applicable HACCP plans and departmental SOPs reviewed during onboarding and throughout the season.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grand Targhee Resort operates seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. Work schedules and hours may vary based on business levels, and there is no guarantee of hours. Flexible scheduling may be required.

Due to high operational demand during the winter season, personal time-off and shift-off requests for the winter operating…