Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.00 - $18.00
Benefits
ski pass
meals provided
Employee housing
Tips
Room and board
Job Description
Alta's Rustler Lodge is a renowned ski lodge nestled in the scenic mountains, holding the prestigious title of Trip Advisor's Best of the Best North American Ski Lodge in 2022. This full-time seasonal employment opportunity, available from December 1st through mid-April, offers individuals the ultimate ski job experience where they literally get to ski every day. The lodge provides a vibrant and dynamic work environment, welcoming applications for the 2026-2027 ski season. Staff are immersed not just in the breathtaking alpine setting but also in a warm, guest-focused atmosphere that emphasizes exceptional service, teamwork, and continuous learning.
Alta's Rustler Lodge employs dining room staff who may perform several roles such as server, host/hostess, busser, and food runner, based on lodge needs and individual experience. Servers greet and serve food and beverages, attend pre-meal meetings, and ensure top-notch guest experiences. Hosts and hostesses manage guest seating and reservations, maintain cleanliness, and assist other dining employees as required. Bussers and food runners play a crucial role by maintaining the dining room's cleanliness, assisting servers, and overseeing buffet and omelet stations during breakfast. All dining roles demand a positive attitude, professional demeanor, and a strong commitment to customer service. Employees are expected to work in physically demanding conditions, able to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods, with lifting capacities ranging from 30 to 50 pounds depending on the position.
The lodge offers staff accommodations both as live-in and live-out options. Live-out employees can access shared bedrooms at the base of the canyon with a bi-weekly room and board charge covering three meals daily, while live-in availability is limited or not available depending on the role. Meals are provided during shifts for all employees, and ski passes are included as part of employment benefits, allowing team members to enjoy the mountain fully. The wage for dining room employees is $12 per hour with additional anticipated tips averaging between $300 and $500 bi-weekly. Equal opportunity employment is upheld by the lodge, ensuring a work environment free from discrimination. Overall, working at Alta's Rustler Lodge means becoming part of a passionate team dedicated to providing memorable ski lodge experiences while enjoying the perks of mountain life and seasonal employment in a uniquely beautiful location.
Alta's Rustler Lodge employs dining room staff who may perform several roles such as server, host/hostess, busser, and food runner, based on lodge needs and individual experience. Servers greet and serve food and beverages, attend pre-meal meetings, and ensure top-notch guest experiences. Hosts and hostesses manage guest seating and reservations, maintain cleanliness, and assist other dining employees as required. Bussers and food runners play a crucial role by maintaining the dining room's cleanliness, assisting servers, and overseeing buffet and omelet stations during breakfast. All dining roles demand a positive attitude, professional demeanor, and a strong commitment to customer service. Employees are expected to work in physically demanding conditions, able to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods, with lifting capacities ranging from 30 to 50 pounds depending on the position.
The lodge offers staff accommodations both as live-in and live-out options. Live-out employees can access shared bedrooms at the base of the canyon with a bi-weekly room and board charge covering three meals daily, while live-in availability is limited or not available depending on the role. Meals are provided during shifts for all employees, and ski passes are included as part of employment benefits, allowing team members to enjoy the mountain fully. The wage for dining room employees is $12 per hour with additional anticipated tips averaging between $300 and $500 bi-weekly. Equal opportunity employment is upheld by the lodge, ensuring a work environment free from discrimination. Overall, working at Alta's Rustler Lodge means becoming part of a passionate team dedicated to providing memorable ski lodge experiences while enjoying the perks of mountain life and seasonal employment in a uniquely beautiful location.
Job Requirements
- Previous restaurant experience is strongly preferred for server positions
- Must be at least 21 years of age for server positions
- Must have or be able to obtain a valid Utah food handler permit and Utah alcohol server permit for server positions
- Great customer service skills
- Ability to analyze and solve problems
- Ability to multi-task
- Positive attitude
- Professional manner and appearance
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift up to 30lbs for server and host positions
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs for busser and food runner positions
Job Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age for server positions
- Must have or be able to obtain a valid Utah food handler permit and Utah alcohol server permit for server positions
- Previous restaurant experience is strongly preferred for server positions
- Great customer service skills
- Ability to analyze and solve problems
- Ability to multi-task
- Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift up to 30lbs for server and host positions
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs for busser and food runner positions
Job Duties
- Greet and serve food and beverages to guests
- Be familiar with food and drink menus to answer questions concerning preparation, portion size, and ingredients
- Attend pre-meal meetings as required
- Check duty/side work lists for assigned duties and complete tasks in timely manner
- Administer exceptional service according to operational procedures
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by management
- Greet and seat guests
- Take dinner reservations for guests over the telephone and in person
- Maintain cleanliness of the host stand
- Perform side work, clean-up, and closing duties according to checklist
- Assist servers, bussers, and food runners as needed
- Clear and reset tables as needed
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitary condition of dining room and service areas
- Clean employee dining area, including vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping
- Assist in completion of post-shift clean-up and side work duties according to checklist
- Inspect guest orders for completeness and quality prior to delivery to table
- Assist servers in presentation of meals
- Assist dining room manager, chef, and co-workers as needed
- Attend to buffet and omelet station during breakfast service
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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