Bartender (Powder Cache) - Winter 26/27

SUMMARY

The Bartender at the Powder Cache creates a memorable dining experience through thoughtfully prepared beverages, knowledgeable recommendations, and genuine mountain hospitality. This position prepares craft cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages while supporting smooth restaurant service and maintaining a welcoming, organized bar. The ideal bartender brings strong beverage knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to connect with guests while staying composed during busy service. A key part of every employee's job is to serve as a Targhee ambassador, engaging the guest at every opportunity.

Housing is unavailable for this position. Candidates must be willing to find their own housing or already live in the area to be considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Beverage Preparation & Service

a. Prepare and serve craft cocktails, house infusions, draft beer, and wine according to restaurant recipes, presentation standards, and appropriate pour standards.

b. Use knowledge of wine regions, varietals, and vintages to make thoughtful pairing recommendations for bar and dining-room guests.

c. Perform proper wine-service techniques, including appropriate temperature management, uncorking, decanting, and tableside service support.

d. Maintain consistent quality, presentation, and attention to detail across all beverage service.

2. Guest Hospitality & Responsible Alcohol Service

a. Provide warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service to guests seated in the bar and lounge areas.

b. Support the broader dining experience by communicating effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and other Food & Beverage team members.

c. Follow all Wyoming liquor laws and Grand Targhee Resort alcohol-service policies.

d. Verify valid identification as required, ensure guests receiving alcohol are at least 21 years of age, monitor alcohol consumption, and prevent over-service.

3. Bar Operations & Transactions

a. Maintain a clean, organized, sanitary, and fully stocked bar throughout the shift.

b. Complete beverage preparation such as fresh juices, garnishes, syrups, and other house-made components.

c. Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs.

d. Process POS transactions, guest checks, room charges, cash payments, and cash drops accurately.

4. Operating Procedures

a. Follow all applicable departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), food-safety practices, beverage-service standards, and operating expectations reviewed during training and orientation.

RESPONSIBILITIES TO SAFETY

1. Protect the safety of self, workers, and Grand Targhee Resort guests.

2. Report any potentially harmful equipment or situations to the immediate supervisor without delay.

3. Report safety-related accidents and incidents at once to immediate supervisor.

4. Follow all company and department safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Resort’s Occupational Safety & Health Compliance Manual and department-specific procedures or manuals.

5. Operate equipment safely so that it will not lead to injury to yourself or others.

6. Drive in accordance with the law and Grand Targhee Resort policies.

7. Follow applicable HACCP plans and departmental SOPs reviewed during onboarding and throughout the season.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK SCHEDULE

Grand Targhee Resort operates seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on business levels, and there is no guarantee of hours. Bartenders must be able to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs.

Due to winter operating demands, personal time-off and shift-off requests for the winter season must be submitted and approved prior to the start of the ski season.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or GED required.

· Minimum of 3 years of bartending experience in an upscale dining, craft cocktail, or resort environment required.

· Demonstrated experience with craft cocktail preparation and wine service required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Must be at least 21 years of age to perform the alcohol-service responsibilities of the position.

· Valid TIPS or Wyoming-approved alcohol-server certification required, or ability to obtain certification before beginning work.

· Strong working knowledge of spirits, craft mixology, beer styles, wine varietals, and food-and-beverage pairings.

· Strong knowledge of proper wine-service techniques and beverage presentation standards.

· Ability to manage high-volume drink tickets while providing attentive service to seated bar guests.

· Strong organization, multitasking, communication, and attention to detail.

· Ability to remain composed and professional during peak service periods.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Able to accurately read and make measurements for cocktail recipes and pour counts. Ability to process transactions and reconcile cash drops accurately.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend menu specifications, beverage manuals, and written orders. Ability to present menu and beverage options articulately to guests and communicate efficiently with kitchen and dining room staff. Excellent verbal communication skills.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions, prioritize multiple service needs, and address beverage-service and guest-service situations professionally under pressure. Must be able to exercise sound judgment while balancing production, quality, compliance, and hospitality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and may be encountered 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 stand for long periods, walk, talk, and listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (e.g., cases of liquor, wine crates, ice buckets, and beer kegs). Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works indoors in a dining setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud during peak operating hours.

Grand Targhee Resort is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, GTR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.