Cocktail Server Taps - Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; United States; 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

Great discounts and pro deals

Medical benefits, vacation, parental +

Job summary

Alterra Mountain Company Schweitzer is seeking energetic servers to join our seasonal dining team. You will take orders, deliver food and beverages, and ensure a positive guest experience in a fast-paced, adult venue serving alcohol.

The role requires a friendly, outgoing attitude and a commitment to hospitality and teamwork. Ideal candidates bring prior serving experience, ability to multitask, and basic math for transactions.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation and guest satisfaction focus.
• Ability to take accurate orders and handle payments at POS.
• Knowledge of Idaho liquor laws and guest ID checks.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and take orders.
• Deliver food and beverages and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Process payments and reconcile POS at end of shift.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to health and safety standards.
• Work as a team and assist coworkers as needed.

Skills

Customer service

POS proficiency

Alcohol service

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

English reading/writing/basic math

Tools

Squirrel POS

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.

Considered by many as the best skiing in Idaho and the best family-friendly resort in the Pacific Northwest, Schweitzer ranks as one of the nation’s top winter destinations with 2,900 acres of incredible terrain thanks to two massive bowls and renowned tree skiing. Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle, and only 80 miles from Spokane, WA, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint, ID and offers breathtaking views of three states, Canada and the impressive Lake Pend Oreille.

E-Verify Participation Right to Work