Golf Course Jobs in Chaska, MN (NOW HIRING)

Summary:

The Wilds Golf Course seeks a professional, friendly bartender to support our newly renovated restaurant and on-site banquet events. This role serves lunch and dinner shifts and provides full bar service for weddings, corporate events, and private functions. The ideal candidate delivers excellent guest service, mixes consistent cocktails, manages bar operations, and helps maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet guests courteously, take and serve drink orders promptly during lunch, dinner, and banquet events.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, craft cocktails, beer, and wine according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Set up, break down, and run bar stations for daily service and banquets (including portable/bar-back stations as needed); ensure timely refill of supplies during events.
• Maintain accurate cash handling and process transactions using POS systems; close out tabs and reconcile receipts.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and follow responsible service policies (carding, refusing service when necessary).
• Assist with inventory control: receive deliveries, rotate stock, count/track inventory, and communicate restocking needs to management.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service staff to ensure smooth food and beverage flow during busy periods.
• Keep bar, storage, and glassware areas clean and organized; follow health, sanitation, and safety guidelines.
• Prepare garnishes, syrups, mixers, and proper glassware for service and banquets.
• Support pre-event planning: help set bar layouts, select service levels (cash/ticket/open bar), and coordinate staffing needs with banquet/event manager.
• Assist in training new bar staff and support cross-training for servers when required.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year bartending experience preferred; experience in banquet or high-volume banquet/restaurant environments a plus.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, wine, and beer; ability to learn house specialty drinks for our renovated concept.
• Familiarity with POS systems and basic cash handling.
• Responsible Alcohol Service certification (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol) and food handler certificate as required by local regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; guest-service oriented.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays; availability for event-based scheduling.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 3050 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.

Preferred:

• Previous experience at a golf course, country club, or banquet facility.
• Basic knowledge of wine pairings and mixology.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced restaurant and event environment in a renovated facility that may require setup/tear-down for banquets.
• Uniform/dress code to be provided by management.
• Reports to Food & Beverage Manager.

Compensation & Benefits (example adjust as needed):

• Competitive hourly rate plus tips; potential for banquet service premiums.
• Employee meal discounts, staff golf privileges, and opportunities for advancement.
• Training and certification reimbursement as available.

Benefits

Thompson Golf Group owns and manages courses throughout Arizona, Minnesota & Texas. We are proud to have a wide range of benefits and perks available to our employees. Some benefits include:

Full Time (35 hrs+ per week) may be eligible for:

Medical(Aetna)/Dental(DeltaDental)/Vision(EyeMed) Coverage

Employee/Spouse/Child Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance

HSA option

401(k) with company match after 1 year of employment

Paid Vacation and Holiday Pay for 7 holidays.

All Team Members:

Golf Benefits, Meal and Merchandise discount at each Thompson Golf Club course

Team Member Referral Program and more!

Paid Sick Time

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Philosophy

Thompson Golf Group and its management companies are committed to workforce diversity, fostering equity, and advancing a culture of inclusion. We know that bringing diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives together drives innovation that helps us to solve todays business and social challenges. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment respects the unique characteristics, skills, and experiences of all employees. As a company, it is our responsibility to provide a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, bullying, retaliation, and inappropriate conduct.

TGG Values Check them out, theyre DOPE

Do the right thing - Think of others & be trustworthy

Own it - Take pride in what we do & be personally responsible

Passion for progress - Improving always in all ways & People pursuing growth

Embracing the experience - Insist on having fun & being present

To Apply: Please submit a resume and answer application questions