Description
Full & Part-Time Cocktail Server Fall/Winter Season
Join Us for Winter in Vail!
Avanti Food & Beverage Vail is hiring full-time and part-time Cocktail Servers for the
2026-2027 fall and winter season. This role is a great fit for energetic, dependable individuals looking for flexible work in a fast-paced, social environment with strong earning potential. We are especially interested in local applicants and team members seeking year-round employment, though seasonal availability is welcome.
Schedule & Availability
- Flexible scheduling
- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Weekend, evening, and holiday availability required
- Opportunity for continued employment beyond the winter season for strong performers
What You'll Do
- Provide friendly, efficient cocktail service
- Manage a large section of up to 50 guests across our patio, lounge, and dining areas
- Take and deliver drink orders accurately
- Explain and promote our beer, wine, and cocktail offerings
- Recommend and upsell beverages with confidence
- Maintain clean and organized service areas
- Work closely with bartenders, support staff, and fellow servers
- Deliver a memorable guest experience that reflects Avanti's service standards
What We're Looking For
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to remain calm, friendly, and efficient during high-volume service
- Previous serving experience is helpful but not required-we are happy to train strong candidates
Why Work at Avanti Vail?
- Discounted Epic Pass for the winter season
- Personal employee locker
- Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling
- Scheduled breaks during shifts
- Discounts on food and beverages
- High guest volume and strong earning potential
- Fun, energetic workplace in the heart of Vail
- Opportunity for continued employment and professional growth
Compensation
- $12.14 per hour plus FOH pooled tips
- Guaranteed minimum of $20 per hour for all server shifts
- High guest volume and consistent winter traffic
- Employee discounts on food and beverages
- Discounted Epic Pass.
Apply now to join the Avanti Vail team for the 2026-2027 fall and winter season!
Responsibilities
• Maintain a large section of up to 50 guests across various patio, lounge, and dining areas.
• Provide excellent customer service with a professional and friendly demeanor.
• Explain and promote our beverage menu, including beer, wine, and cocktails, with a high level of salesmanship.
• Recommend and upsell beverages based on guests' preferences.
• Work efficiently and calmly during high-volume service periods.
• Maintain a positive and polite attitude toward guests and fellow employees.
• Collaborate with bartenders, servers, and support staff to ensure smooth service.
• Communicate clearly with guests and team members.
• Uphold cleanliness and organization throughout assigned service areas.
• Deliver a memorable guest experience that reflects Avanti's standards.
Qualifications
• A strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
• Strong communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to remain calm, friendly, and efficient during high-volume service
• Previous serving experience is helpful but not required-we are happy to train strong candidates
• Part time is a minimum of 3 shifts per week.