About the Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge:
Join the growing team of the Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge - Aspen’s newest Après destination located in the heart of the town facing Wagner Park and featuring sweeping mountain views. The Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge immerses guests in Alpine-inspired bites, innovative whiskey cocktails and premium whiskeys. The Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge features indoor and outdoor seating, including a private tasting room.
Position Description:
As a mixologist at the Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge, you will be responsible for creating exceptional and innovative drink recipes to delight guests. Your passion for mixology and flavor profiles will shine as you craft unique, high-quality cocktails with precision and creativity. Alongside providing outstanding customer service and maintaining a polished bar area, you will have the opportunity to showcase your talent and contribute to a vibrant and dynamic bar atmosphere. If you have a keen eye for detail, a flair for experimentation, and a commitment to delivering top-notch beverages, we invite you to join our team as a mixologist.
Why Stranahan’s?
- Join an established brand with 20 years of leading the American Single Malt Whiskey category
- Full-time opportunities that include 401(k) match program and medical /wellness benefits
- $1,000 bonus at 90 days of employment with at least 32 hours per week of shifts
- Employee ski pass purchasing program through Aspen Chamber of Commerce
- Employee discounts on food, drinks, whiskey, and merchandise
Key Responsibilities
- Assume 100% responsibility for guests’ experience and maintain excellent service standards for all guests
- Menu planning for seasonal menus as well as public and private events, cocktail classes, and brand cocktail needs
- Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and providing guidance and support to the staff
- Coordination of prep for day-to-day service and operations including special events
- Maintain an orderly and clean appearance in the bar and storage areas at all times, including meeting standards of Aspen Health Code
- Opening and closing duties including accurate inventory of whiskey and barware for day-to-day service and events
- Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate new techniques and ingredients into drink offerings
Skills/Requirements
- Proven success in cocktail driven operations
- A strong passion for food and beverage with an emphasis on hospitality driven service
- Excellent communication skills, a commitment to hospitality, and creativity behind the bar
- Ability to handle stressful situations and make sound decisions quickly
- Knowledge of local health and safety regulations
- Up to date with beverage and cocktail trends and best practices
- Strong organizational skills
About Stranahan’s Whiskey:
Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey is the number-one-selling and most-awarded American single malt. Founded 20 years ago as a category pioneer, our American Single Malt Whiskey is composed of 100% malted barley and cut with Eldorado Spring water, aged in new American white oak barrels. From grain to glass, Stranahan's whiskey is distilled and bottled at its Denver, Colorado distillery - the state's first legal distillery since Prohibition.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $11.75 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Restaurant type:
- Bar
- Upscale casual restaurant
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Aspen, CO 81611 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Aspen, CO 81611: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person