Winter 26/27: Head Bartender

Killington Pico Ski Resort; Killington (VT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass for employee and dependas

Discount programs at resort and other;

Job summary

The Head Bartender at Killington Pico Ski Resort leads daily bar operations, delivers guest service, and ensures safety and sanitation in a fast-paced resort environment.

You will train staff, manage inventory, coordinate with events, and contribute to menu development while ensuring compliance with state liquor laws. This is a seasonal, full-time opportunity with perks and resort privileges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant restaurant or food service experience preferred.
• Previous bartending, supervisory, or lead experience required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Vermont Department of Liquor Control certification required.
• Weekend and holiday availability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of bar operations, ensuring company standards are consistently met.
• Train bar staff and ensure service standards are met.
• Manage bar inventory and liquor licenses.
• Open and close bar and coordinate with events and weddings.
• Ensure compliance with ServSafe and liquor regulations.
• Collaborate with resort leadership on menus and events.

Skills

Bartending

Supervisory experience

Guest service

Multitask

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Computerized ordering system

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Killington, VT 05751, Position Type: Full-Time Seasonal, Salary Range: $16.50 - $17.33 Hourly, Job Category: Food & Beverage, Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: Hourly wage, adjusted based on experience.

Benefits: Seasonal position eligible for a season pass for employee/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

Job Summary

The Head Bartender is responsible for supporting day-to-day bar operations while delivering exceptional guest service in a fast-paced resort environment. This position provides hands-on leadership to bar staff, maintains service and operational standards, supports inventory control, and ensures compliance with all alcohol service, sanitation, and safety requirements. The Head Bartender works collaboratively with Food & Beverage leadership, culinary teams, event teams, and resort departments to create a professional, welcoming, and memorable guest experience.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of assigned bar operations, ensuring company standards are consistently met.
• Work directly with bar staff to support service execution, training, side work, and overall team performance.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing coordination as needed by the Building Manager or direct supervisor.
• Ensure assigned bar areas are appropriately staffed and prepared for daily operations, events, and business levels.
• Ensure beverage recipes, portion standards, displays, setups, and service procedures are followed according to company standards.
• Support continuous improvement and standardization of bar service across assigned areas.
• Ensure team members follow all uniform, appearance, service, and procedural standards.
• Manage bar inventory, including ordering, counting, stocking, rotation, and monitoring of product levels.
• Monitor staff liquor licenses and ensure they remain current.
• Comply with all ServSafe and resort sanitation requirements.
• Review banquet event orders for weddings and events taking place in the assigned location.
• Enforce safety regulations, including proper alcohol handling and sanitation procedures.
• Store and rotate beverages properly.
• Train bar staff, create checklists, and ensure side work is completed.
• Contribute to drink menus in collaboration with the lodge manager.
• Open and close the bar and/or surrounding lodge area.
• Coordinate with musicians and entertainment partners.
• Warmly greet guests and present menus where applicable.
• Inform guests of specials and accurately describe menu items.
• Offer friendly, knowledgeable recommendations on food and beverage options to enhance the guest experience.
• Maintain strong knowledge of all beer, wine, liquor, specialty, and reserve beverage offerings.
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all Department of Liquor Control regulations.
• Check patron identification in accordance with state regulations and resort policy.
• Manage steps of service to provide a consistent, professional, and exceptional experience for all guests.
• Accurately and efficiently take guest orders and enter them into the computerized ordering system, including special requests and order changes.
• Accurately and securely handle all transactions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas, supplies, and equipment.
• Consistently meet or exceed company standards for personal appearance and professionalism.
• Remain flexible, efficient, and helpful when assisting servers, support staff, supervisors, and other restaurant or bar team members.
• Always be respectful of co-workers, culinary staff, guests, and fellow Killington Resort employees.
• Prepare drink orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain an organized and fully stocked bar, including supplies, equipment, and items necessary to support smooth daily operations.
• Promote the safety of guests and staff by monitoring alcohol consumption and following responsible service practices.
• Resolve guest issues immediately and notify supervisors of all guest-related concerns.
• Assist in other restaurant and bar areas as deemed necessary by a supervisor.
• Work weddings and events throughout the resort as needed.
• Adhere to a flexible schedule determined by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications: Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant restaurant or food service experience preferred.
• Previous bartending, supervisory, or lead experience required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Vermont Department of Liquor Control certification required.
• Weekend and holiday availability required.
• Proficient knowledge of restaurant and bar operations, including table service, hosting, bartending, and cashiering.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business levels and events.
• Proficient knowledge of state liquor regulations required.
• Excellent guest service, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to multitask and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced resort environment.
• Work with representatives and vendors to stay current on products and trends.
• Ability to use computers and related administrative systems for ordering, inventory management, menu development, vendor communication, reporting, and other job-related administrative tasks.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including in adverse weather conditions, as business needs require.

It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.