Bartender

Weekender Hotels; Killington (VT); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekender Hotels in Killington, VT is seeking a Bartender I to deliver consistent, friendly service while preparing a variety of cocktails and beverages. You will keep the bar stocked, handle transactions accurately, and ensure alcohol service compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Daily duties include greeting guests, taking drink orders, maintaining bar cleanliness, stocking supplies, and collaborating with servers during busy shifts. This role offers growth within a young startup hotel group.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with guests and team members.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, garnishes and mixing techniques.
• Ability to visually assess cleanliness of the bar and dining area.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and sanitation standards.
• Accurate cash handling and ability to calculate and record tips.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy bar setting.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve standard cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Greet guests warmly, take drink orders and provide attentive service.
• Verify guest IDs and enforce alcohol service laws.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and restock supplies as directed.
• Process payments and operate the POS system accurately.
• Support servers and teammates during busy shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Cocktail knowledge

Cleanliness awareness

Organizational skills

Workplace safety

Cash handling & tips

Stamina under pressure

Standing long hours

Job description

About The Company

We are a young, fast-growing company (just recognized in the INC 5000 Fastest Growing Companies) of ambitious, mission-driven Weekenders working together to inspire personal growth through adventure, travel and exploration! We specialize in creating inspiring hotel stays for our guests in iconic destinations.

About The Company

We are a young, fast-growing company (just recognized in the INC 5000 Fastest Growing Companies) of ambitious, mission-driven Weekenders working together to inspire personal growth through adventure, travel and exploration! We specialize in creating inspiring hotel stays for our guests in iconic destinations.

This is a rare opportunity to be paid to learn, have an immediate and lasting impact in a young startup company and culture, and grow personally and professionally with an amazing team.

You will love it at Weekender if our core values below get you excited and inspired too!

• Embrace a Growth Mindset
  • Always be a student and always be open-minded
• Be Adventurous
  • Be excited by challenge and willing to fail-forward
• Be a Ninja
  • Commit to being world class at your job and lean-in to your superpowers
• Be a Host
  • Treat guests and teammates like you would family
• Be of Integrity
  • Own your Domain: Be accountable to your job & the greater mission
  • Embrace honesty, transparency and vulnerability
  • Follow-through and do what you say you're going to do

What You'll Be Responsible For

As a Bartender I, you'll focus on providing consistent, friendly service while mixing and serving standard drinks, maintaining a clean and stocked bar, handling transactions accurately, and ensuring responsible alcohol service.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Mix and serve standard cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Greet guests warmly, take drink orders, and provide attentive service.
• Verify guest identification and enforce alcohol service laws.
• Maintain cleanliness of bar area and restock supplies as directed.
• Handle payments and operate POS system accurately.
• Support servers and teammates during busy shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Success Measures

• Drink Accuracy: 90%+ accuracy following standard recipes.
• Service Speed: Drinks delivered within service time standards.
• Guest Satisfaction: Positive guest feedback on friendliness and service.
• Responsible Service: 100% compliance with ID checks.
• Cleanliness & Stocking: Bar stocked and clean at shift end.
• Financial Accuracy: Minimal till discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbally interacts with management, servers, team members and guests).
• Understanding of classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, mixing techniques, and garnishes.
• Must visually scan restaurants for cleanliness.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.
• Accurate cash handling and ability to calculate tips.
• Working well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, adjusting to fluctuating customer volume.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

10.35 - 12 USD per hour(Old Forge, NY)
10.35 - 12 USD per hour(Killington, VT)
10.35 - 12 USD per hour(North Creek, NY)