Seasonal Cafe & Bar Team Member

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, LLC; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, LLC seeks friendly, reliable Café & Bar Team Members for the Lakeside Café at Boulder Reservoir this summer. You’ll take guest orders, prepare drinks and snacks, and help create a great experience for visitors enjoying the lake.

Role is behind-the-counter, no table service, with high-energy weekends. We value a positive attitude, teamwork, and energy in a lakefront setting.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old (required to serve alcohol).
• Able to obtain Food Handler or ServSafe certification.
• Comfortable using POS systems and handling cash.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• We’re looking for team members who are dependable, communicate clearly, and contribute during busy summer weekends.
• Experience in café, bar, or hospitality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take guest orders using Toast POS.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions.
• Prepare draft beer, kegged cocktails, canned beverages, coffee drinks, and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Serve alcohol in compliance with Colorado liquor laws.
• Prepare soft serve ice cream, pastries, and light snack items.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café and bar area.
• Help keep the bar stocked and ready for high-volume summer service.
• Support light retail organization and restocking.
• Assist with food & beverage service during paddle board and athlete events.

Skills

Guest-focused

Reliable

Punctual

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Hospitality/customer service

Education

Food Handler or ServSafe certification

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard (RMP) is hiring friendly, reliable Café & Bar Team Members to join our Lakeside Café team for the summer season.

This is a behind-the-counter service role where you’ll take guest orders, prepare drinks & snacks, and help create a great experience for visitors spending the day at the Boulder Reservoir.

Think part barista, part bartender, part hospitality host — all in a fun lakefront environment.

Our café sits right at the Boulder Reservoir and serves guests enjoying time on the water. Summer weekends can be busy and high-energy, so we’re looking for team members who enjoy staying active, working with people, and keeping service moving while maintaining a friendly, welcoming vibe.

In addition to daily café service, our team also supports paddle board events and athlete events at the Reservoir, helping serve food and drinks during these special programs.

No craft cocktail experience is required — our beverage program is simple and easy to learn.

At RMP, we operate with our S.T.O.K.E. values — Service, Teamwork, Ownership, Knowledge, and Energy. We’re looking for team members who bring a positive attitude, take pride in their work, and enjoy contributing to a strong team environment.

Schedule

Part-time: 15–20 hours per week

5–6 hour shifts

Thursday–Sunday availability preferred

Holiday availability is a strong plus

Ideal for students or anyone looking for a fun seasonal summer role

What You’ll Do

Take guest orders using Toast POS

Handle cash and credit card transactions

Prepare draft beer, kegged cocktails, canned beverages, coffee drinks, and non-alcoholic drinks

Serve alcohol in compliance with Colorado liquor laws

Prepare soft serve ice cream, pastries, and light snack items

Follow opening and closing procedures

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café and bar area

Help keep the bar stocked and ready for high-volume summer service

Support light retail organization and restocking

Assist with food & beverage service during paddle board and athlete events

All service is completed behind the café bar/counter — there is no table service.

What We’re Looking For

Friendly, positive, and guest-focused

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Reliable and punctual

18+ years old (required to serve alcohol)

Able to obtain Food Handler or ServSafe certification

Comfortable using POS systems and handling cash

Team-oriented with strong communication skills

We’re looking for team members who are dependable, communicate clearly, and show up ready to contribute during our busy summer weekends.

Have café, bar, or hospitality experience

Enjoy working in a summer, lakefront environment

Are looking for consistent seasonal work

Physical Requirements

Standing for extended periods

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Repetitive drink prep and cleaning tasks

Compensation

Tips are pooled and shared among the FOH team

Part-time seasonal role (15–20 hours per week)

Why Work With Us

High-energy summer atmosphere

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to gain hospitality and bar service experience