Winter Seasonal Barista - Tips, Housing & Great Service

Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resort Discounts

Holiday Pay

Sick Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Roth 401(k) after one year and 1000+ h

Employee Assistance Program

Parking Credit or Discounted Bus Pass

Employee Meal

Job summary

The Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail is hiring full-time and part-time seasonal baristas for the 2026-2027 winter season. The Treff Café barista role focuses on exceptional guest service, order input, beverage preparation, and cash handling within a high-volume setting.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of barista experience, English fluency, and flexibility for long hours, weekends, and holidays; housing and ongoing training are available.

Qualifications

• One year of barista experience preferred.
• TIPS certification preferred, and required once employed.
• Must be over the age of 18.
• English fluency required.

Responsibilities

• Set Treff Café for business: opening, closing and weekly side work duties.
• Prepare room for service; refill condiments and perform prep tasks.
• Know menu items and ingredients; answer guest questions.
• Stay updated on current menu and specials; inform guests of offerings.
• Make recommendations and upsell items; serve food and drinks.
• Take care of to-go orders or serve at tables inside and outside.

Skills

Guest service

English fluency

Organizational skills

Customer interaction

Job description

The Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail is hiring full-time and part-time seasonal baristas for the 2026-2027 winter season. The Treff Café barista role focuses on exceptional guest service, order input, beverage preparation, and cash handling within a high-volume setting.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of barista experience, English fluency, and flexibility for long hours, weekends, and holidays; housing and ongoing training are available.