Bartender - High Camp

Palisades Tahoe; Olympic Valley (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free skiing pass

Healthcare options

Gear discounts

401(k) match

Lift tickets

F&B discounts

EAP

Job summary

Palisades Tahoe in Olympic Valley, CA seeks a Seasonal Bartender at High Camp to deliver genuine hospitality, engage with guests, and provide friendly beverage service in one of our iconic locations. This role requires responsible alcohol service, strong product knowledge, and teamwork to maintain a positive environment.

Base hourly pay range is $17.00 - $23.00 per hour. Seasonal benefits include ski passes, healthcare options, gear discounts, 401(k) matching, lift tickets, and more for eligible

Qualifications

• Must have Food Handlers and RBS training/certification within 7 days of employment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver friendly, welcoming service and hospitality at High Camp.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Operate POS systems and process transactions accurately.
• Maintain bar readiness, inventory, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Provide menu and resort knowledge to guests and anticipate needs.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Cash handling

Food handlers/RBS training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Palisades Tahoe

We share the spirit of these legendary mountains with the world. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Seasonal

Applicants must be 21 years of age.

Job Summary

As a Bartender at High Camp, you will create memorable mountain experiences by delivering genuine hospitality, engaging with guests, and providing friendly, efficient beverage service in one of Palisades Tahoe's most iconic locations. You will help bring our hospitality culture to life by welcoming every guest, anticipating their needs, and working collaboratively with the High Camp team to maintain a positive, energetic, and inclusive environment. This role requires responsible alcohol service, strong product knowledge, attention to cleanliness and safety, and a commitment to making every interaction reflect the spirit and service standards of Palisades Tahoe.

Hourly

Base hourly pay range: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

A Great Job And Benefits To Match

• Free skiing + riding privileges to 17 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Healthcare options for both Seasonal & Year-Round employees
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Free and discounted lift tickets
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades & Alpine
• 40% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Essential Job Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks

• Deliver Exceptional Hospitality: Provide every guest with friendly, welcoming, and efficient service while creating positive and memorable experiences that reflect the hospitality culture of Palisades Tahoe.
• Anticipate Guest Needs: Engage with guests, anticipate their needs, and look for opportunities to exceed expectations throughout their High Camp experience.
• Support a Strong Service Culture: Work collaboratively with other bartenders, servers, culinary staff, and venue leadership to maintain a positive, professional, and guest-focused environment.
• Prepare & Serve Beverages: Accurately prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages according to Palisades Tahoe recipes, presentation standards, and service expectations.
• Practice Responsible Alcohol Service: Verify guest identification and follow all RBS requirements, responsible alcohol service practices, and Palisades Tahoe F&B Alcohol Consumption policies.
• Maintain Compliance & Safety: Follow all applicable Palisades Tahoe policies and required certifications, including Food Handler requirements, RBS training, Allergy Training, sanitation standards, and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain Bar Readiness: Complete daily opening, closing, prep, stocking, and production responsibilities to ensure all High Camp bar locations are prepared for efficient service.
• Provide Resort & Menu Knowledge: Maintain knowledge of menus, beverage offerings, High Camp amenities, and Palisades Tahoe operations to confidently answer guest questions or assist guests in locating accurate information.
• Process Transactions Accurately: Operate point-of-sale systems, collect payments, follow procedures, and ensure transactions are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Support Inventory & Operational Standards: Participate in monthly inventory and assist with receiving, stocking, product rotation, cleanliness, organization, and other operational responsibilities necessary for a successful bar program.

Required

Competencies and Job Requirements

• Must have Food Handlers and RBS training and certification withing 7 days of employment
• Effective communication skills, oral & written
• Strong sense of customer service & safety awareness
• Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Have a neat & clean appearance in compliance with the company grooming standards
• Punctual, able to report at scheduled start time
• Work well as part of a team.
• Able to remain patient, calm and composed in a fast paced, high volume demanding environment.

Preferred

• Knowledgeable about all aspects of the menu, restaurant and Palisades Tahoe or be able to locate information.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, and hear. Must be capable of walking or standing 90% or more of a normal 8 hour work shift. Must be capable of frequently carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling up to 25lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions. Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually loud.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years bartending experience
• Must have or be able to obtain a California Food Handlers card.

For information on Alterra Mountain Company's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at www.alterramtnco.com/social-responsibility. Among other resources, Alterra has Employee Resource Groups to support the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), disability, LGBTQIA2S+, and women communities within our workforce.