Bartender

Evergreen Lodge, Rush Creek Lodge & Spa, and Firefall Ranch; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Healthcare benefits

401K with company match

Fixed weekly housing option

Job summary

The Lodge is an amazing place to live, work and play year-round. We are looking for a talented, experienced Bartender to complete our experienced food & beverage team at the Lodge. Our Bartenders provide lunch and dinner service to guests in our tavern and pool.

Our Bartenders also provide service for catered functions and events throughout the year. We look for warm, friendly people with healthy, active lifestyles, high standards and high integrity, who have been top performers in their

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; college degree a plus.
• 3+ years of prior work experience in restaurant/hospitality and/or banquet service experience.
• Food Handler Certification and Responsible Beverage Service Certification.
• Experience living/working in rural/remote environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work FOH and BOH kitchen areas to provide friendly hospitality to all guests.
• Communicate professionally with FOH and BOH staff, including management.
• Assist with other restaurant duties as assigned by Management.
• Communicate professionally at all times with all staff and management.
• Support team members and interns while fostering a positive work environment.
• Work safely, address/report safety issues, and use proper PPE.
• Comply with work shift schedules and break requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including additional lodge support as needed.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Food & beverage knowledge

Safety standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree a plus

Tools

Food Handler Certification

Responsible Beverage Service Certification

Job description

COMPENSATION: Starting at $16.90 per Hour + tips

SNAPSHOT

A hands-on hospitality role where every day brings new adventures — both on the job and outside in Yosemite’s great outdoors.

IS THIS THE RIGHT JOB FOR ME?

• Do you love making people happy and being part of a diverse team?

• Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude?

• Enjoy the outdoors and living in a remote, nature-filled setting?

• Want to gain bartending and guest service experience — with room to grow if you excel?

If that sounds like you, this might be the perfect role.

ABOUT US

We are a group of exceptional lodges bordering Yosemite National Park, near granite peaks, fresh mountain air, and some of the most iconic views in the world. We’re looking for servers who are excited about providing memorable hospitality experiences and helping support a fun and rewarding work environment.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Supportive, inclusive team culture

• Knowledgeable coworkers who share expertise and guidance

• Work where people vacation — hike, climb, explore, or relax in Yosemite’s beauty on your days off

WHAT WE OFFER

• Sick pay in first year; paid time off thereafter

• Healthcare benefits available within 90 days

• 401K eligible with company match after 1 year

• Regular work schedule withspecific days off

• If living in lodge-owned housing, room & board available for fixed weekly cost

WHAT YOU WILL DO (JOB SUMMARY)

The Lodge is an amazing place to live, work and play year-round. We are looking for a talented, experienced Bartender to complete our experienced food & beverage team at the Lodge. Our Bartenders provide lunch and dinner service to guests in our tavern and pool. Our Bartenders also provide service for catered functions and events throughout the year. We look for warm, friendly people with healthy, active lifestyles, high standards and high integrity, who have been top performers in their previous roles and love what they do. We welcome seasonal or career-oriented applicants.

As a member of this team, applicants will not only represent our great restaurant & tavern, but the wonderful Lodge as well. We will select bartenders who have what it takes to give exemplary customer service to our guests and who are avid team players. A professional demeanor that is friendly and energetic is a must. Appearance needs to be neat, tidy and pressed and smiles must be ever present. Ideal candidates must possess excellent knowledge about food, wine, beverage and service and strive to continue to learn as much as they can.

YOU’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy helping guests and creating a welcoming environment

• Are reliable, detail-oriented and organized

• Can balance multiple tasks while maintaining food and safety standards

• Work well independently and as part of a supportive team

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work FOH and BOH kitchen areas to provide friendly hospitality to all guests

• Communicate professionally with FOH and BOH staff, including management

• Assist with other restaurant duties as assigned by Management

• Communicate professionally at all times with all staff and management

• Support team members and interns while fostering a positive work environment

• Work safely, address/report safety issues, and use proper personal protective equipment

• Comply with work shift schedules and break requirements

• Perform other duties as assigned, including additional lodge support as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED; college degree a plus

• 3+ years of prior work experience in restaurant/hospitality and/or banquet service experience

• Food Handler Certification and Responsible Beverage Service Certification

• Experience successfully living/working in rural/remote environment preferred

COMPETENCIES/REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong guest service and hospitality focus

• Structured training in restaurant/catering service

• In depth knowledge of, training in, and interest in drink preparation

• High attention to detail

• Capable of self-supervision

• Reliable, dependable and punctual

• Works well as part of a team and supports others

• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills

• Follows company policies, procedures and safety standards

• Adheres to food handling and sanitation requirements

• Communicates appropriately, supportively and professionally

• Adaptable, takes initiative, and able to multitask and troubleshoot in a fast-paced setting

• Demonstrates good judgment, integrity, honesty and professionalism

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow

• Leading a healthy, balanced, drug-free lifestyle

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical environment requires employees to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions, and to adhere to departmental uniform standards

• Frequent walking, twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, sitting, climbing stairs

• Ability to stand and move continuously

• Lifting up to 50 pounds and moving carts weighing 300 pounds

• Working with required chemicals and PPE

• Shifts of up to 8 hours per day, plus periodic additional overtime hours and help covering additional shifts when needed

NOTE

We are an equal opportunity employer and extremely proud of our highly diverse team and embrace diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.