M by The Alinea Group - Server Assistant

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Big Sky (MT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski pass

Discounted tickets across Montana

Team member housing

Discounted F&B and retail

Wellness Day/PTO

Monthly team events

Job summary

The Alinea Group is hosting a four-month culinary residency in Big Sky, Montana, inviting you to join the Front of House team as a Server Assistant. This role supports servers, chefs, and expeditors to ensure timely delivery of food and beverages while maintaining a clean, organized dining room and delivering a refined guest experience.

Candidates should be prepared for a 40+ hour workweek, with open availability preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a busser, food runner, server assistant, or similar role.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to follow direction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of reservations and dietary instructions during pre-service meetings.
• Set up dining room including seating areas and bar setups.
• Know menu items, ingredients, and culinary techniques.
• Execute day-to-day tasks from pre-shift and closing checklists.
• Deliver food and beverages accurately and efficiently.
• Greet guests with professionalism and warmth; communicate requests to staff.

Skills

Busser experience

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Job description

Overview

Join us for the highly anticipated return of the The Alinea Group's four-month culinary residency, led by internationally acclaimed chef Grant Achatz. This distinctive dining experience combinesEuropean culinary precision with Montana's elemental character, offering locally sourced seasonal menus in a stunning alpine retreat designed by award-winning studio Fettle.

More than dining—it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience where thoughtful service meets the untamed spirit of the American West. Big Sky Resort joins an elite global roster alongside Tokyo, Beverly Hills, and Brooklyn, marking a bold new chapter for Montana's evolving cultural landscape.

The Server Assistant is an essential part of the Front of House team, supporting seamless service throughout the dining experience. This role works closely with servers, chefs, and the expeditor to ensure timely delivery of food and beverages, maintain the cleanliness and organization of the dining room, and help create a positive and refined guest experience. Candidates must be willing to work five days a week (40+ hours per week). Open availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of current-day reservations, including People of Note (PON), dietary restrictions, and other special instructions through pre-service meetings
• Set up the dining room before service, including seating areas, side stations, and bar setups
• Maintain thorough knowledge of table and seat numbers, menu items, ingredients, and culinary techniques
• Execute day-to-day tasks from pre-shift and closing checklists
• Run food and beverages to guests accurately and efficiently
• Greet and acknowledge guests with professionalism and warmth
• Communicate guest requests to the appropriate personnel for prompt resolution
• Anticipate guest and management needs and respond quickly
• Take direction from chefs, expeditors, and FOH leadership
• Complete assigned closing duties and reset spaces for the following shift
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience as a busser, food runner, server assistant, or in a related position
• Ability to carry and balance trays with food and beverages
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Works well in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment
• Collaborative mindset and ability to follow direction
• Stays calm and efficient under pressure

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for 8+ hours per shift
• Able to lift, move, or pull up to 35 lbs
• Able to climb stairs multiple times per shift
• Able to carry a full tray with either hand

All full time seasonal team members can enjoy the following benefits:

• FREE All Mountain Ski Pass and eligibility for Free or Discounted Tickets to other Montana Mountains and Boyne Resort properties
• Discounted vouchers for skiing at Big Sky Resort for friends and family
• Discounted ski/snowboard rentals with a free team member lesson
• 25%-50% off F&B and Retail at all Boyne outlets
• Eligibility for affordable Team Member Housing
• Lodging discounts for friends and family
• Discounted Lone Mountain Ranch Cross Country Ski Trail Pass
• Wellness Day and Eligibility for PTO
• Monthly team member events