Bartender

Vail Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 22,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes

Employee discounts

401(k)

Training programs

Referral program

Assistance program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring Bartenders for Hunter Mountain for the 2026/27 winter season. You’ll craft drinks and serve guests while embracing the mountain lifestyle and hospitality values.

Starting wage is $16.00–$16.06 per hour, with tipped positions guaranteeing at least $20.00/hour including tips. Housing is available; no prior experience is required and training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• No formal experience required; we will teach all necessary skills to perform the job safely.
• Desire to learn and grow.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co-workers.
• Share our mountain passion during service.
• Follow leadership’s guidelines during pre-shift meetings.
• Create hot and cold beverages to specifications.
• Prepare bar for successful operation throughout the shift.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation before and after the workday.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more. Apply today!

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 more than 40 resorts across three continents, you can join our team for a season or build a career. From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, opportunities to grow through Epic Service—our leading 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 December 15 2026 or until the positions are filled, whichever comes first.

Employee Benefits

• Free passes for employees and employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family, plus free ski lessons
• Greater employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral program

Job Summary

We are looking for Bartenders to join our operations at Hunter Mountain. If you enjoy building cocktails and serving fantastic wines and cold beer, this is the job for you. By joining the team, you will develop new and varied skills in a dynamic work environment. Regardless of your specific job, 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: $16.00/hr – $16.06/hr
  • If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20.00/hr, inclusive of tips
• Employment type: Winter seasonal 2026/27
• Shift type: Part‑time hours available
• Minimum age: 18 years or older
• Housing availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Make connections with guests and co‑workers
• Share our passion for the mountains during service
• Follow leadership’s 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
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• No formal experience required; we will teach all necessary skills to execute your job safely
• Desire to learn and grow
• Ability to stand for extended periods, to bend, lift, and carry objects up to 40 lbs

The expected pay range is $16.00/hr – $16.06/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

When completing this application and submitting related documentation, 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 any 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.