Winter Season- Great Room Bartender

Position Summary: Responsible for providing friendly, attentive, and timely beverage service to guests while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, cleanliness, and responsible alcohol service. This role combines exceptional customer service, expert knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits, and strict adherence to all health, safety, and liquor laws.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

(Other duties may be assigned)

· Approach all guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, and professional manner, acting as a local expert on resort services and the Telluride area.

· Prepare and serve beverages efficiently while maintaining a cool head during high-volume afternoon and evening rushes.

· Take accurate orders and make expert menu recommendations, ensuring drinks are proactively refilled and kept at least ¾ full.

· Anticipate guest needs and resolve issues calmly using good judgment, providing assistance to servers and team members as needed.

· Maintain thorough knowledge of all food and beverage menus, the POS system, and local area information.

· Keep the bar and work areas clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout the shift by completing all opening/closing side-work and cleaning checklists.

· Handle cash and process payments honestly and accurately according to resort standards.

· Assist with bussing, running food or beverages, and answering phones in a calm and organized manner during busy periods.

· Work efficiently with minimal supervision, prioritizing tasks and communicating any problems or concerns immediately to management.

· Comply fully with all resort policies, safety standards, and federal/state liquor laws.

· Adhere to high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag while on duty.

· Position requires ability to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements including but not limited to nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call