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Seasonal Server - Winter 2026!

Death Valley, CA · On-site

$17.50/hr

Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, visitors, servers and coworkers. * Know all menu and drink items, ingredients, processes, documentation and labelling practices. * Ensure the work areas ...

Everline Resort & Spa

Sandy's Pub Server

CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

... winter season. Everline Resort & Spa takes inspiration from the distinct history and experience of ... servers within the restaurant. * Knowledge. County Specific Food Handlers Certification, State ...

Tahoe Mountain Club

SERVER - PJs

Truckee, CA · On-site

$17/hr

The server will work closely with the Club Manager and kitchen staff to ensure that all food and ... Winter Operations are at Alpine Club & Schaffer's Camp - Northstar, Pool Deck Social Club- TMC ...

Tahoe Mountain Club

SERVER - PJs

Truckee, CA · On-site

$17/hr

The server will work closely with the Club Manager and kitchen staff to ensure that all food and ... Winter Operations are at Alpine Club & Schaffer's Camp - Northstar, Pool Deck Social Club- TMC ...

Everline Resort & Spa

Six Peaks Server - Part-time

CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

... winter season. Everline Resort & Spa takes inspiration from the distinct history and experience of ... servers within the restaurant. * Knowledge. County Specific Food Handlers Certification, State ...

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What is a server winter?

A Server Winter is a hospitality worker who serves food and beverages to guests, specifically during the winter season at resorts, lodges, or restaurants in winter destinations. Their responsibilities include taking orders, delivering meals, ensuring guest satisfaction, and sometimes handling payments. Server Winters often work in ski resorts, mountain lodges, or other venues that experience peak business during the colder months. This seasonal role requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in fast-paced environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a server in a winter seasonal setting?

To thrive as a Server in a winter setting, you need strong customer service skills, basic food and beverage knowledge, and often previous experience in hospitality. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and, in some cases, alcohol serving certifications are typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help servers deliver exceptional guest experiences during busy peak seasons. These abilities are crucial for maintaining efficient service and positive client relations in high-demand winter resort or restaurant environments.

What are some unique challenges servers face during the winter season at resorts or ski lodges?

Servers working in winter resort settings often experience high guest volumes during peak holiday times, which can lead to fast-paced shifts and increased pressure to deliver excellent service. Additionally, navigating icy or snowy conditions—both outside and sometimes inside—can make transporting food and drinks more challenging. Teamwork is crucial, as servers must coordinate with kitchen staff and fellow servers to manage large groups and special events typical of the winter season. Flexibility with scheduling is also important, as demand can fluctuate with weather and holiday bookings.

What is the difference between Server Winter vs Server Summer?

AspectServer WinterServer Summer
CertificationsFood Handler Permit, Alcohol Service CertificationFood Handler Permit, Alcohol Service Certification
Work EnvironmentIndoor, colder months, slower seasonIndoor, warmer months, peak season
Industry UsageOff-season staffing, seasonal rolesPeak season staffing, high customer volume

Server Winter and Server Summer roles share similar certifications and work environments but differ mainly in seasonal demand. Server Winter typically involves off-season work with lower customer volume, while Server Summer is associated with peak season, higher tips, and busier shifts. Understanding these differences helps job seekers choose roles aligned with their seasonal availability and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Server Winter job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Seasonal Server - Winter 2026!

Powdr

Death Valley, CA • On-site

$17.50/hr

Full-time

Retirement

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park - Journey Beyond the Ordinary. Stovepipe Wells has an 80-room hotel, restaurant, bar, pool, gas station, general store, and gift shop. Stovepipe is a welcoming, safe, and environmentally responsible resort providing accommodations and services inside Death Valley National Park. POWDR operates Stovepipe Wells under a long-term concession contract with the National Park Service.

What's in it for you?

  • A work culture to Journey Beyond the Ordinary.

  • Proposed wages of $17.50/hr. plus tips

  • Full hookup's available to travel trailers/RV's. On-Site Meals available.

  • Retail Discounts on Apparel.

  • Complimentary access to most POWDR owned resorts!

  • Benefits: This position is eligible to enroll in company 401k plan

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Take direction from Kitchen Manager and F&B Manager.

  • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, visitors, servers and coworkers.

  • Know all menu and drink items, ingredients, processes, documentation and labelling practices.

  • Ensure the work areas are clean and sanitized, good housekeeping, and proper labelling, and storage in line with CA Food Handling Safety Standards.

  • Maintain CA Food Handler Card and follow set practices in the kitchen environment.

  • Open to education/training, coaching and learning on a continuous basis to improve.

  • Stock and organize supplies, refrigerated and frozen items in a maintained, organized environment.

  • Complete all food safety checks, handwashing, cleaning, sanitizing protocols, wears gloves, in line with food safety.

  • Complete all food safety training to ensure compliance.

  • Exercise diligence in food safety processes and participate in audits and corrective actions as directed by leadership.

  • When is ill does not work and reports illness to the management team.

  • Answer server and guests' questions via the servers, is friendly and accommodating.

  • Be dressed and for work in a clean, pressed and complete uniform with nametag.

  • Wear clean, proper footwear.

  • Be helpful and professional with coworkers, respectfully starting and ending shifts on time, and leaving the stations clean, organized, sanitized and prepared for the following shift.

Other Duties as Assigned:

  • This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this role, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

Work Location:

  • Due to the in-person nature of the hospitality business, this position is on-site. Housing will be provided on-site.

  • A flexible schedule with commuting from Pahrump, Beatty or Las Vegas will be considered.

  • Due to the nature of our business, Stovepipe Wells Village is open every day.You must be prepared to work a schedule which may include weekends, and holidays.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

  • Able to work and thrive in Death Valley National Park.

  • Ability to follow Executive and Lead Chef kitchen requirements and compliance with our concessions contract.

  • Ability to get along well with people, be honest, punctual and reliable.

  • Ability to remain calm and friendly.

  • Ability to physically work as a Kitchen and Restaurant Staff member.

  • Ability to adapt to changing work conditions.

  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

  • Current CA Food Handlers Certification Card required

  • Minimum 1 year food and beverage experience required.

ESQ and Play Forever Responsibilities and Requirements:

  • Understand and follow all ESQ procedures that relate to your job duties.

  • Work with a "safety-first" attitude.

  • Minimize your impact on the environment when at work and living onsite.

  • Treat our customers, co-workers, leadership teams, all internal guests with respect and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times.

  • All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available in the Employee Handbook).

  • Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.

POWDR and Destination Death Valley - Stovepipe Wells is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Park City, UT, US

Year founded

1993

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