Cocktail Server Taps - Winter 26-27

Alterra; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass

Employee housing

Discounted onsite childcare

Accrued paid sick leave

401(k) match

Pro deals and discounts

Medical benefits and paid parental/vac

Job summary

Alterra invites energetic individuals to join Schweitzer as seasonal servers in Sandpoint, Idaho. You will welcome guests, take orders, deliver food and drinks, and ensure a positive dining experience in a fast-paced setting.

We value hospitality and teamwork. Benefits include housing options, resort event access, and opportunities for medical benefits depending on status.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced service environments.
• Beer knowledge is a plus with demonstrated competence.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly.
• Accurately take orders and deliver them in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor tables to ensure guests have everything they need and clear used dishware.
• ID guests according to Idaho liquor laws and monitor intoxication.
• Process payments and reconcile POS daily; handle cash/card transactions.
• Maintain dining area cleanliness and follow health and safety guidelines.
• Work as part of a team, assist coworkers, and proactively troubleshoot problems.
• Stay busy during slow times and complete side work.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

POS familiarity

Education

English literacy and math

Tools

Squirrel POS

Computer basics

Job description

Seasonal

Welcome to Schweitzer—where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we’re growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.

Perks include:

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Employment Status: Full Time or Part Time Seasonal

Wage Range: $9.00 + tips

Minimum Age: 21

Background Check Required: No

Driver Verification Required: No

Position Summary

The Taps server is responsible for providing excellent customer service by taking orders, delivering food and beverages, and ensuring guest satisfaction throughout the guest’s experience. They maintain a clean and organized dining area while adhering to food safety and service standards. The server is our primary salesperson therefore, thorough knowledge of our menus is critical. We’re looking for positive, outgoing, and energetic individuals who are willing to learn, practice and exemplify the Schweitzer culture of hospitality and teamwork while working in a fun, fast paced adult venue serving alcoholic beverages, and food.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly.
• Accurately take orders and deliver them in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor tables to ensure guests have everything they need, clear used dishware and glasses.
• ID guests in accordance to Idaho state liquor and identification laws. Monitor guest intoxication and take action or get help, if necessary.
• Present checks, process payments, and handle cash or card transactions accurately. Responsible for daily point of sale reconciliation. Responsible for bringing your own bank for cash sales.
• Maintain cleanliness of the dining area and follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a positive, upbeat, and energetic attitude toward guests and coworkers. Work as part of the team by assisting, communicating, and proactivity troubleshooting problems.
• Responsible for staying busy during slow times and keep up on side work.

Specific Job Skills

License/Certifications- Idaho State Police Alcohol Beverage Training Certificate, we will help you acquire.

Technical- Basic computer knowledge and comfortable with a computer based point of sale (Squirrel is our current system).

Physical Capabilities- Able to stand or walk for up to 8 hours per shift. Will lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally.

Additional- Strong attention to detail. Must be capable of managing and performing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Education/Related Experience

Minimum education required- English reading, writing and communication; plus basic math.

Minimum time in related position- Minimum 1 year serving experience; beer knowledge preferred with demonstrated competence.