Barista

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Area C (Puntledge/Black Creek); On-site; CAD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasons pass

Referral bonuses

Shuttle bus

On-the-job training

Resort discounts

Mountain environment experience

Job summary

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is hiring a Café & Eagle View & Raven Barista in the Mt. Washington area. Join our winter resort team and deliver coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and light bites to guests as part of a dynamic food and beverage team.

You'll work in a fast-paced café and wine bar environment, showcasing beverage knowledge, guest service excellence, and a collaborative mindset with kitchen and resort staff. Seasonal position with weekend and holiday availability.

Qualifications

• Experience as a barista or in food and beverage service; training provided.
• Interest in coffee and wine with willingness to learn product details.
• Friendly, professional, and confident when engaging guests.
• Able to multitask in a fast paced environment.
• Comfortable operating a POS system and handling payments.
• Serving It Right certification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and beverages to standard.
• Provide friendly, attentive guest service throughout the day.
• Serve customers for morning, afternoon, or evening wine and beverages.
• Assist with light food service and pastries.
• Operate POS accurately and manage guest tabs.
• Maintain clean, stocked service areas and restock items as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of menu and features; answer guest questions.
• Collaborate with kitchen and management to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Barista experience

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Multitasking

POS handling

Professional communication

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Mt Washington - Strathcona - COMOX-STRATHCONA C, BC V9J 1L0Salary Range: $18.75 - $19.75 HourlyJob Title: Café & Eagle View and Raven Barista

Department: F&B

Location:Mt. Washington, Comox Valley

Employment Type: Seasonal (Winter)

Wage Rate: $18.75

Reports to: Resort Chef / EV Sous Chef

About Mount Washington

At Mount Washington Alpine Resort, we’re more than a workplace. We’re a mountain community brought together by a shared love of adventure, the outdoors and creating unforgettable experiences. Guided by our vision of Adventure with Purpose, we put people first, look out for one another and have plenty of fun along the way. Our values of Passion, People First, Accountability, Teamwork, Fun and Resilience shape everything we do. If you’re ready to bring your energy, embrace the mountain lifestyle and help create a place where both our team and guests can thrive, there’s a place for you here.

What We Offer

• A FREE Seasons Pass for you, and family passes
• Bonuses for referring new staff
• Daily staff shuttle bus from town and the base for easy transportation
• On-the-job training and opportunities to develop your barista, beverage, and hospitality skills
• Resort discounts, including retail, rentals, lessons, and food
• The opportunity to work in a fun, fast-paced mountain environment
• The chance to gain valuable experience in café, wine bar, and resort food and beverage operations

Job Summary

Love the idea of working where the air is fresh, the views are unreal, and your “commute” includes snow-capped peaks? At Mount Washington Alpine Resort, you can spend your days surrounded by adventure — and get paid for it.

As a Café & Eagle View & Raven Barista, you’ll provide exceptional guest experiences by preparing quality coffee, espresso drinks, teas, specialty beverages, and light food offerings. This unique role combines café service with wine bar responsibilities - requiring versatility, strong product knowledge, and a passion for both coffee and food.

You’ll also help guests learn more about the mountain, resort activities, events, and departments across Mount Washington Alpine Resort. If you’re friendly, confident, organized, and enjoy working in a fast-paced café and bistro environment, this is a great opportunity to be part of the Mount Washington Alpine Resort food and beverage team.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and specialty beverages according to established standards
• Providing friendly, attentive, and professional service to guests throughout the day
• Serving guests stopping in for morning coffee, afternoon refreshments, or an evening glass of wine
• Assisting with light food service, including pastries, snacks, and bistro-style menu items
• Operating the POS system accurately for orders and transactions
• Handling cash, credit, and other payment transactions with attention to detail
• Maintaining accurate guest tabs throughout service
• Keeping the barista station, wine bar, café, and service areas clean, stocked, and organized
• Restocking coffee, tea, wine, food items, supplies, glassware, and other service products as required
• Maintaining strong knowledge of the menu and daily features
• Answering guest questions and making recommendations about coffee, wine, food, and other menu items
• Maintaining knowledge of general mountain activities, events, and resort departments
• Providing guests with helpful information to enhance their Mount Washington Alpine Resort experience
• Communicating effectively with kitchen staff, servers, teammates, and management
• Supporting smooth café and bar operations during busy service periods
• Assisting teammates and pitching in wherever needed — because teamwork makes the mountain run smoothly
• Following all health, safety, sanitation, and responsible service protocols
• Upholding high standards of guest service, cleanliness, organization, safety, and professionalism

QualificationsRequired Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a barista or in a food and beverage service environment is preferred, but training is provided
• Strong interest in coffee and wine, with a willingness to learn product details
• Friendly, professional, and confident when engaging with guests
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable operating a POS system and handling cash and payment transactions
• Serving It Right certification, or an equivalent alcohol service certification, required
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area
• Knowledge of mountain activities, events, or resort operations would be an asset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and move for extended periods
• Comfortable lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs of coffee, wine boxes, supplies, or equipment
• Able to perform frequent reaching, bending, lifting, carrying, stocking, and cleaning tasks
• Ability to safely work around hot beverages, coffee equipment, glassware, wet floors, and busy service areas
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods

Resort Conditions

Working at a Winter Resort means no two days are the same, and that’s part of the adventure! You’ll get to experience a variety of unique locations, from cozy lodges to scenic mountain-top venues only accessible by chairlift. Be prepared to embrace the elements; whether it’s bluebird skies, fresh snowfall, or the infamous coastal rain. Expect to navigate multi-level lodges, steep stairways, and outdoor areas where the terrain can be sloped, snowy, muddy, or slippery, so good footwear is essential, indoors and out. Walking through large, icy parking lots is also part of the daily journey. If you love fresh air, stunning views, and a workplace that keeps you on your toes, this is the spot for you!

Mt. Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us at Mt. Washington Alpine Resort and help create exceptional experiences that our guests will cherish for a lifetime!