Bartender- Full Time

Sage Hospitality; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Health savings and flexible spending

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Free On-Site Parking

Hotel discounts

Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO, operated by Sage Hospitality, is seeking an experienced bartender to set up, mix drinks, and provide attentive service in a historic, guest‑focused setting.

You will ring guest checks, handle cash, comply with liquor laws, and maintain pars and sidework schedules. Must have bartending training and at least 6 months of experience; TIPS certification is required; you must be 21+. This is a full-time on-site role with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Bartending experience and certification required.
• Minimum 6 months bartending experience.
• Must be 21 years of age to serve alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following guidelines.
• Ring guest checks, collect cash, and process charges.
• Complete liquor requisitions and maintain established pars.

Skills

Bartending

Cash handling

Education

Bartending training

TIPS Certification

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Why us?

This position is open until 11/6/2026 or until filled.

Pay: $12.14/hr plus tip out

Why us?

A few miles away from the spectacular Rocky Mountain National Park, and in the heart of Estes Park, stands the iconic Stanley Hotel. The allegedly haunted property, built by F.O Stanley, is known for its representation in the 1980 movie, The Shining, and its recognition on the National Register of historical places.

Steeped in history, and made up of several buildings, a hedge maze, restaurants and extensive grounds, The Stanley is THE place to be in Estes Park.

At Sage Hospitality we dare to be different; not only in the experience we provide our guests, but also in the experiences we provide our team members. We believe in being true to ourselves and employing our passions. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for storytellers; we are looking for experiential guides! Our guides are laid-back but attentive, genuinely enthusiastic, and creative daydreamers who want to share their passion with others and the community!

Job Overview

Responsible for set-up, mixing of drinks, service and clean-up of bar area while enduring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

Responsibilities

Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.

Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.

Ring guest checks, collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.

Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.

Know and comply with state liquor laws.

Ensure established pars are maintained.

Perform all sidework duties according to sidework schedules.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified

Experience

6 months bartending

Knowledge/Skills

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs. Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs.

Bending/kneeling -ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.

Mobility -maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.

Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.

Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.

No driving required.

Must be able to ruse records and all special requests.

Must be able to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction in English, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.

Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.

Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

Ability to accurately count cash. Ability to operate cash register.

Environment

Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift

Benefits

We offer (for Full-time team members):

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free On-Site Parking
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral