Cocktail Server, Big Meadows Lodge

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for an energetic, attentive seasonal Cocktail Server to join our team at Big Meadows Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. As a Cocktail Server, you will help create a great guest experience by providing excellent service and care in every interaction. If you like a fast-paced job, working with and serving guests from all over the world, and want to experience hands-on learning, our Parks and Resorts team invites you to apply today.

Please note this is a tipped position, the hourly minimum pay listed doesn’t include any potential tipped earnings.

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
• Employee discounts - 30% off most items
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Life in Shenandoah National Park

Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

• Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksite
• Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
• Shared fire pit area for use in the dorm area
• Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
• Tons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and horseback riding

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.

• Communicates drink specials, answers questions about available beverages and takes beverage orders
• Serves alcohol beverages responsibly, requests identification, adhere to all unit and company alcohol service policies and procedures
• Enters orders into point-of-sale system so that bartenders can prepare orders
• Picks up drinks orders when ready and delivers orders to guests
• Observes and follows-up with guests to respond if they require additional service
• Prepares and delivers check to guests

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Possess basic knowledge of standard drink recipes and alcohol brand names
• Basic math skills
• No experience or diploma required

• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching and repetitive motions
• Ability to lift, balance and carry trays, weighing up to 35 lbs