Seasonal Bartender

Position Title: Bartender    

Supervisor: Farm Food and Beverage Services Manager 

Employee Status:  Seasonal, Full-time hours

Exemption: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Location: On-site (99 Inn Road, Shelburne, VT 05482)

Start & End Date: April 28 -October 31, 2025 (required onboarding & training in late April and early May)

Pay rate:  $12/hour + tips

Work Schedule: 4-5 shifts/week including some weekends and holidays. Shift time is 3:00 pm-10:30pm; we operate 7 days/week from May - October

Who We Are

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. We believe that transformative learning experiences sow the seeds for a thriving and more just world. Our work seeks to create the space, spark the conversations, and share the stories to inspire educators, students, and learners of all ages to build a better future for everyone.

We realize our mission by integrating three key areas of activity: our programs, place, and products.

Who We’re Looking for

You are passionate about working for a restaurant that is an integral part of the Farm’s mission by providing a space where the community can come together to enjoy delicious and thoughtfully sourced meals. You have strong communication skills and enjoy interacting with and welcoming a diverse range of guests, visitors and community members. You thrive in a team environment, collaborating effectively with colleagues to ensure a seamless dining and beverage experience.

What You’ll Do

Guest Experience:

• Greet and engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner.
• Have a strong knowledge of and offer detailed information about drink ingredients and preparation methods.
• Prepare and serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and standards.
• Monitor guests' alcohol consumption and ensure responsible service.

Operational Excellence & Sustainability Practices:

• Maintain a clean and organized bar area and wine cellar, including stocking and replenishing supplies.
• Manage bar inventory and alerting the Food and Beverage Manager and Bar Lead when an order is needed
• Proper setup and breakdown of the bar each night.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down events.
• Handle payments and transactions accurately.
• Understanding and promoting sustainable practices such as accurate order taking to minimize waste, follow the organization’s recycling and composting practices, and highlight local and seasonal ingredients.

Communication & Collaboration: 

• Communicate effectively and with warmth with a diverse range of guests, supporting a welcoming environment.
• Discuss any questions and concerns with the Floor Manager or Bar Lead to quickly resolve any issues that arise during service.
• Collaborate with the Food and Beverage Manager and Bar Lead to develop a specialty cocktail program. 
• Collaborate with kitchen and restaurant staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Be able to adapt to changing situations and work schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Share knowledge and stories about the farm, our programs, and products with guests, helping to inspire and connect their restaurant experience with the whole organization.

Core Qualifications

• Previous experience as a bartender or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of beverage preparation and service standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Additional Valued Qualifications 

• Familiarity with a Point of Sales (POS) system.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe) is a plus (you will complete this training after hire, if you don’t already have it).

Work Environment & Physical Demands 

• Being active for extended periods of time and working in settings with limited air conditioned work environments depending on the location.
• Fast-paced work environment. 
• Carrying and moving items up/down stairs and over uneven terrain, weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Indoor and outdoor work environment. 
• Moving over uneven terrain. 
• Maintaining a tidy shared workspace.

Benefits 

• Seasonal staff benefit summary here for 2025 benefits.

To Apply

If our vision and mission excite you, we hope you will share with us your experience and skill set that you feel would qualify you to make a contribution to the Farm.

Click here to submit an application and please include responses to the following questions. These are not meant to be a writing exercise but to introduce yourself in a meaningful way.

In your application, please include a response to the following:

• Tell us about your unique characteristics and life experience that will help you thrive in this role.
• How did you hear about this role?

Shelburne Farms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we strongly stand against discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

If you need accommodations throughout the application process or have general questions, please contact us at jobs@shelburnefarms.org or 802-985-8686.