Sugarloaf Lead Bartender at 45 North

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Carrabassett Valley (ME); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lift pass

Resort F&B discounts

Nordic trails access

Discounted passes at partner resorts

Job summary

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation in Carrabassett Valley, Maine, is seeking a lead bartender/mixologist for 45 North to drive the craft cocktail program. You will create a warm, lively space, showcase cocktail skills, wines, and craft beers, and inspire guests to start with a craft beverage and linger for the atmosphere.

The role requires a passion for the craft, strong customer service, and leadership to train the team.

Qualifications

• Familiar with Sugarloaf and surrounding areas or ability to learn quickly (local knowledge)
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Team player who can work independently as needed

Responsibilities

• Educate guests on spirits, wine, and beer
• Extensive knowledge of bar and food menu
• Mix cocktails and prepare all alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
• Prepare tinctures, syrups, mixes, etc used in our cocktail program
• Serve guests at bar and the dining rooms via wait staff at service bar
• Lead, train and monitor team
• Maintain inventory of liquor, wine & beer
• Open/close duties, pre-shift and post-shift, stocking and cleaning duties
• Responsible for cash handling, ensuring till is accurately balanced, and calculating tip outs

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Wine knowledge

Craft beer knowledge

Customer service

Job description

Overview

Sugarloaf is looking for a lead bartender/mixologist with a great knowledge of cocktails, wine and craft beers who is interested in bringing ideas & talents to drive the craft cocktail program at our resort’s signature restaurant location, 45 North.

As a Lead Bartender at 45 North, you will create a warm and lively social space that compels guests to start with a craft cocktail or refreshing beverage and stay for the atmosphere. This role is the life of the party in the heart of the restaurant and your speedy cocktail skills are always on display.

The right fit for this role will be passionate about their craft and enjoy customer service. This tip eligible position will start at a rate of $11/hr. If you're looking for an opportunity to be part of the Sugarloaf team and to put your creativity to work, please apply today!

Responsibilities

• Educate and inform guests on spirits, wine, and beer.
• Must have extensive knowledge of bar and food menu
• Mix cocktails and prepare all alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
• Prepare sub ingredients (tinctures, syrups, mixes, etc) used in our cocktail program
• Serve guests at bar and the dining rooms via wait staff at service bar
• Lead, train and monitor team
• Maintain inventory of liquor, wine & beer
• Perform opening and closing duties, pre-shift and post-shift, as wells as completing required stocking and cleaning duties during shift
• Responsible for cash handling, ensuring till is accurately balanced, and calculating tip outs

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role will:

• preferably be familiar with Sugarloaf and the surrounding areas in order to answer guest questions and direct accurately (or be able to gain familiarity and build local knowledge quickly)
• be at least 21 years old
• be a team player that is also able to work independently as needed

Sugarloaf Team Member Benefits include:

• Free lift pass for skiing and/or riding
• Discounts at resort F&B and retail locations, discounted ski/snowboard lessons and rentals
• Access to Nordic trails and discounted equipment rentals at our Outdoor Center location
• Discounted passes at other Boyne and partner resorts