Bartender

Vail Resorts; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 16,724 - 18,597; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski and snowboard lessons

40% retail discounts

Epic Service training and development experience

Job summary

A well-known mountain resort company in Crested Butte is seeking a Bartender to join its seasonal team. This role involves preparing beverages and providing excellent service to guests. No prior experience is necessary, as all essential skills will be taught. The position is ideal for those who enjoy working in a vibrant environment and wish to engage with guests. All candidates must be at least 18 years old, and the expected wage ranges from $12.14 to $13.50 per hour plus tips.

Qualifications

• No formal experience is needed, all necessary skills will be taught.
• Ability to bend, lift, and carry objects up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co-workers.
• Create hot and cold beverages to specifications.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation throughout the shift.

Skills

Ability to stand for extended periods

Desire to learn and grow

Job description

Overview

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains. Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you may receive competitive compensation, free passes along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, access to Epic Service — our training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success. Hiring for seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary

Are you seeking fun and adventurous employment opportunities in the world’s best Mountain Resorts? Become a Bartender at one of our operations. If you enjoy building cocktails and serving wine and beer, this is the job for you. You will develop new and varied skills in a dynamic work environment. Regardless of your specific role, you will help deliver an Experience of a Lifetime for our guests and fellow employees by living our core values: Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, and Have Fun.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $12.14/hr - $13.50/hr
• If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour, inclusive of tips
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
• Minimum Age: 18
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co-workers
• Share our passion for the mountains during service
• Follow leadership guidelines as outlined during the daily pre-shift meeting
• Create hot and cold beverages to specifications
• Prepare bar for successful operation throughout the shift
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation throughout and at the end of the workday
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• We will teach you all necessary skills to be able to execute your job safely; no formal experience is needed
• Desire to learn and grow
• Ability to stand for extended periods, and to bend, lift and carry objects up to 40 lbs

The expected pay range is $12.14/hr - $13.50/hr. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. In completing this application, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Requisition ID 514236. Reference Date: 04/07/2026. Job Code Function: Front of House.