Bartender/Cashier

We have concluded hiring for this position for the 2024 season. However, our needs often change in our volatile, high alpine location. Applications received from qualified candidates will be kept on file for such an occasion.

Please note our restaurant does not have table service. We do not hire for any serving positions,.

Our bar is open daily through lunch and dinner, earlier on the weekends to serve our beloved Alpine Bloody Marys. The Lake Alpine Lodge Bar is a casual, comfortable venue, with our bartenders exuding the welcoming, knowledgeable attitude expected at a mountain lodge.

Please be aware we are not a traditional restaurant, and we do not hire traditional server/bartender positions. The duties of our FOH staff are extensive and evolving. 

FOH employees split their shifts between working behind the bar and manning the cashier station in the dining room (which only does food sales). They also work with the kitchen support staff to keep the FOH clean throughout service. 

Bartenders work alone, in pairs, and/or functioning as cocktail servers servicing the outdoor areas on busy days. Barbacking, stocking, and prep work are completed by bartenders.

While bartending experience is not strictly required, candidates without experience are encouraged to show their guest service abilities to be considered for this competitive position. Out of our entire staff, bartenders usually have the longest interactions with our guests. We rely on our bartenders’ ability to engage and build relationships while simultaneously meeting customer dining needs, often with every seat occupied. 

Tips received in the restaurant are pooled between all restaurant staff. 

Bartender/Barback/Cocktail Server Basic Duties

• Setup/Breakdown of area for service
• Maintain a clean, safe work space
• Friendly, welcoming demeanor to all guests, especially during high business levels
• Knowledge of a wide assortment of cocktails, beer, and wine
• Taking accurate food and beverage orders
• Maintaining an accurate bar inventory from multiple locations
• Use of a staircase while holding a tray of drinks
• Requirements for all positions:
• Takes direction, works well as part of a team
• Able to work unsupervised
• Frequently takes on duties that are “outside” of official position
• Punctuality, consistency, positive attitude, a desire to learn and improve 
• Comfortable at high volume business levels
• Well groomed, professional appearance and demeanor
• Able to work all weekends during the season (June 15th-Labor Day, exceptions made when school starts, but must be available for Labor Day weekend)
• California ServSafe, Food Handlers, and TIPS certifications are required before employment begins.