Bartender

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line; Copper Center (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cruise after first season

Referral program

Lifetime experience

Rewards & Incentives

Community Service

Employee activities

Professional growth

Job summary

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line is seeking a Bartender for Copper River Princess Lodge in Alaska. The seasonal full‑time position involves crafting cocktails and beverages, serving guests, and ensuring an exceptional dining experience while adhering to safety and company policies.

You will greet guests, explain menu options, operate the POS system, and maintain a clean, organized bar area. The role requires Alaska-specific certifications and a US work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must have Alaska Food Handler’s Card.
• Must have Alaska Alcohol Safety Card.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Minimum age 18 to serve alcohol in Alaska.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve drinks following set standard recipes.
• Organize and set up the workspace before, during and after each shift, including stocking, cleaning and prep work.
• Knowledgeably present menus and recommendations to guests.
• Greet and welcome guests to the restaurant while maintaining a professional appearance.
• Operate a computerized point of sale system, handling transactions, making change and processing cards.
• Contribute to a positive guest experience while maintaining a professional attitude and appearance.

Skills

Guest service

Team player

Multitasking

POS familiarity

Time management

Tools

Point-of-Sale System

Job description

Bartender

Department: Food and Beverage

Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time

Location: Copper River Princess Lodge

Description

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

Bartenders provide positive guest interactions while serving guests in a friendly and efficient manner. They play an integral role in ensuring our customers have an exceptional dining experience by providing food and beverages for patrons and serving them throughout the restaurant and bar while following all state and local laws and company policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mix and serve drinks following set standard recipes.
• Organizing and setting up the workspace before, during and after each shift. Including stocking, cleaning, sanitizing and prep work.
• Knowledgably present menus and recommendations to guests.
• Greet and welcome guests to the restaurant while maintaining a professional appearance.
• Operate a computerized point of sale system, completing financial transactions accurately, making change and running credit cards.
• Contribute effectively to a positive guest experience while maintaining a professional attitude and appearance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have or the ability to obtain an Alaska Food Handler’s Card.
• Must have a valid alcohol safety card for the State of Alaska.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Minimum age of 18 years required to serve alcohol in the State of Alaska.
• Minimum age of 18 years is required to reside in company housing, where available.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States. Holland America-Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-2B status).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to organize and prioritize work, maintain attention to time constraints, while working in a team or group environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
• Ability to support and comply with company policies, procedures and guidelines including support and comply with company health and safety standards.
• Ability to stand/walk/work on feet for minimum of 8 hours per day.

BENEFITS

• Travel - FREE CRUISE AFTER YOUR FIRST SEASON!
• Reward for Referral Program
• Experience - Of a lifetime!
• Rewards & Incentives
• Community Service
• Employee Activities
• Professional Growth

HAP Alaska Yukon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.