Buck '54 Bartender / Server

Buck Hill; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE SEASON PASS

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Fun work environment!

Seasonal positions allow for up to 40 

Job summary

Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area’s new restaurant Buck ’54 Bar & Grill is hiring experienced bartenders and servers to support front-of-house operations for the upcoming ski season. We value a positive, energetic team player who can deliver friendly service.

Genuine hospitality, cash handling with accuracy, and basic POS skills are required. The role includes bartending, serving, event support, and collaboration with the kitchen team. Seasonal, up to 40 hours per week, with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading, writing, speaking English.
• Able to stand for long periods (4–6 hours) without sitting.
• Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs.
• Strong work ethic and people skills.
• Basic computer and cash handling skills.
• Experience as bartender/server preferred.
• Willingness to train on POS system.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests warmly.
• Provide excellent customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Answer questions about menu items, specials, and restaurant services.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Maintain knowledge of drink recipes and mix ingredients accurately.
• Check identification to verify legal drinking age.
• Take food and drink orders accurately.
• Deliver orders to guests promptly.
• Ensure food and beverages are served to standard.
• Monitor guests' dining experience and respond to requests or issues.
• Assist in setting up for events, including arranging tables, chairs, and bar stations.
• Provide service during events, ensuring guests have an exceptional experience.
• Help with tearing down and cleaning up after events.
• Occasionally assist with events held on the hill.
• Handle cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately.
• Balance cash register at end of shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar and dining area.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and other staff.
• Assist in training new staff as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive work environment.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS system

English fluency

Team leadership

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) System

Job description

Description

Winter is Coming! We are looking to fill our front of house team with experienced bartenders and servers. Come join Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area's new restaurant BUCK '54 BAR & GRILL in preparation for a record breaking ski season.

Forged in tradition and operated with the family in mind. Buck Hill is Minnesota’s premier year-round action sports resort and the place to be if you want to have fun outside any time of the year. We pride ourselves on providing a great experience for all our guests, with year-round offerings like skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, camps, development teams, and live music! We also have the perfect Event Center for sports banquets, weddings, receptions, and large group gatherings that can be booked year-round. We are seeking a positive outgoing and energetic full-time Bartender/Wait Staff tp support our front of house operations.

Customer Service:

• Greet and welcome guests warmly.
• Provide excellent customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Answer questions about menu items, specials, and restaurant services.

Bartending:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests.
• Maintain knowledge of various drink recipes and mix ingredients accurately.
• Check identification to verify legal drinking age.

Serving:

• Take food and drink orders accurately.
• Deliver orders to guests promptly.
• Ensure food and beverages are served to the correct standards and specifications.
• Monitor guests' dining experience and respond promptly to any requests or issues.

Event Support:

• Assist in setting up for events, including arranging tables, chairs, and bar stations.
• Provide service during events, ensuring all guests have an exceptional experience.
• Help with tearing down and cleaning up after events.
• Occasionally assist with events held on the hill.

Cash Handling:

• Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions accurately.
• Balance cash register at the end of shifts.

Cleanliness and Maintenance:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and dining area.
• Clean tables, remove used tableware, and ensure the bar and restaurant area is neat.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations.

Team Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with kitchen and other restaurant staff.
• Assist in training new staff as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive work environment.

Benefits:

• FREE SEASON PASS
• Competitive pay
• Flexible hours
• Fun work environment!
• Seasonal positions allow for up to 40 hours a week!

Requirements

• Able to read, write, speak, understand and comprehend English fluently
• Able to communicate clearly, calmly and effectively with guests
• Able to stand for long periods of time of excess of 4-6 hours without sitting
• Ability to lift or move 25 lbs
• Must enjoy working with the public and have strong people skills and etiquette
• Must have a strong work ethic and able to help lead F&B staff by example
• Must have basic computer and cash handling skills
• Ability to be trained on and become proficient in Point of Sales System
• Proven working experience as a bartender/server preferred
• Excellent knowledge in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills