Ranch Bar Bartender — Craft Cocktails & Private Events

Auric Road LMR Management LLC; Big Sky (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Montana, seeks an experienced Bartender to craft memorable beverages and elevate guest experiences across the Ranch’s dining and event programs.

You will mix classic and creative cocktails, pair beverages with seasonal menus, and collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to deliver polished hospitality for dinners, private events, and ranch-wide services.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of bartending experience in a quality restaurant, resort, or hospitality environment.
• Strong working knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, and proper beverage preparation.
• Creativity and confidence in developing cocktails based on guest preferences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages consistently and according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Create thoughtful off-menu cocktails based on guest preferences and seasonal ingredients.
• Provide knowledgeable wine, spirits, beer, and cocktail recommendations, including pairings that complement our food offerings.
• Engage naturally with guests, anticipate needs, and create a welcoming and personalized bar experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked bar and complete opening and closing responsibilities.
• Support inventory counts, restocking, setup, and breakdown as needed.
• Work collaboratively with servers, culinary team members, and fellow Food & Beverage employees to keep service running smoothly.
• Provide beverage service for private dinners, receptions, celebrations, and other Ranch events.
• Accurately process guest transactions using the POS system.
• Maintain current knowledge of menus, specialty cocktails, beverage offerings, and Ranch events.
• Follow responsible alcohol service requirements and all applicable safety and compliance standards.

Skills

Bartending

Guest service

POS familiarity

Wine knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

POS system

Job description

Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Montana, seeks an experienced Bartender to craft memorable beverages and elevate guest experiences across the Ranch’s dining and event programs.

You will mix classic and creative cocktails, pair beverages with seasonal menus, and collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to deliver polished hospitality for dinners, private events, and ranch-wide services.