Bartender/ Lounge Server - Glacier National Park

Xanterra; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join the Food & Beverage team at Glacier National Park as a Bartender/Lounge Server! Provide exceptional guest service while preparing and serving beverages. Enjoy a vibrant work environment with opportunities for growth and adventure in a stunning natural setting.

Benefits

Free Glacier National Park pass

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

15% Verizon service/products discount

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a high-volume capacity.
• Knowledge in using fresh ingredients, cocktails, draft beers, and wine selections.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service while preparing and serving beverages.
• Accurately record and enter food and beverage items into the POS system.
• Assist in other departments as necessary.

Skills

Guest Service

Teamwork

Cocktail Knowledge

Education

TIPS Certification

Job description

Overview

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision, and work together to attain it. Our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring Bartender/Lounge Servers to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:

Providing exceptional guest service while efficiently preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

The Details:

• Position Type: Seasonal
• Season Dates: May through October 2025 (exact dates vary by location)
• Pay: $10.85/hr + tips
• Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Glacier National Park?

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection, we are an authorized concessionaire in Glacier, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Glacier:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

• Welcome and greet all guests in a friendly and professional manner.
• Arrive prepared and ready to work, clock-in through Kronos according to your schedule in 7 Shifts, check for any notes or communications from F&B Lead Team.
• Check stocking and preparedness for the forthcoming shift.
• Accurately record and enter all food and beverage items into the POS system; serve food and prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages promptly to guests; collect and process forms of payment accurately; ensure guest satisfaction throughout.
• Maximize sales by using menu knowledge and suggestive selling techniques.
• Assist in other departments or with other job duties as requested or necessary in line with the overall success of the outlet, location, and company.
  • Bartenders also act as Lounge Servers.
• Follow Xanterra and NPS environmental practices, safety practices, and policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 – 5 years’ experience in a high-volume capacity.
• Possess knowledge in using fresh ingredients, cocktails, draft beers, and wine selections.
• Must have the ability to work within and consistently build the service team and will be asked to help other team members as necessary.
• Certification in the TIPS alcohol awareness program is required; workshops will be provided if not currently certified.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 pounds. Frequent lifting and carrying of supplies, materials, and equipment throughout the day.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Working safely with required chemicals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.