About the employer
Moonlight Basin is a private club set in a secluded alpine valley in Big Sky, Montana, spanning thousands of acres in one of the most natural settings in the world. It's surrounded by the Lee-Metcalf Wilderness, the Gallatin National Forest and the Spanish Peaks, with Yellowstone National Park and Bozeman each about an hour away.
As a J-1 team member you'll work in a fast-paced hospitality environment alongside people from all over the world, gaining hands-on experience in teamwork and the highest levels of service. On days off, many team members head to Bozeman for shopping, movies and concerts, or enjoy farmers markets and outdoor adventures in Big Sky.
The job as FOH Support Staff
What you'll do
- Collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to properly set up and maintain dining room stations and tables
- Deliver food and beverages accurately and efficiently
- Anticipate and respond to the needs of members and guests
- Maintain knowledge of table numbers, seat positions, and steps of service
- Assist in identifying and properly serving food and beverage items
- Build positive relationships with members, guests, and fellow associates
- Maintain familiarity with beer, wine, and cocktail offerings
- Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards
- Ensure a clean, organized, and professional work environment at all times
- Support the service team by maintaining a clean, organized dining environment and assisting servers throughout service
- Demonstrate knowledge of the floor plan, food and beverage offerings, and general restaurant operations
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
The employer arranges fully furnished housing in the Town Center area of Big Sky, 15 minutes from the Moonlight Basin Lodge. Rooms are shared by 2 people; you may request a roommate, though pairings aren't guaranteed. Units include internet, a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, and easy access to transportation. Smoking is strictly prohibited.
Location: Sky, Montana
Why Big Sky, Montana?
Big Sky is one of America’s most spectacular mountain destinations. In summer and early fall you can hike to alpine lakes, raft the Gallatin River, mountain bike, zip-line and spot wildlife right from the trail. Yellowstone National Park is just about an hour’s drive away — perfect for a day off adventure. Autumn brings golden larches, crisp air and incredible photo opportunities. This is the kind of place people save for years to visit; you get to call it home for a season.
About Montana
Montana is big-sky country - Yellowstone, Glacier National Park and endless mountains. Most students work in park lodges, resorts and gateway towns, surrounded by some of America's most dramatic nature.
Ready for Your Mountain Summer?
Positions at Moonlight Basin fill fast every season. Apply today, earn in US dollars, improve your English, build an international CV and make friends from every continent — all surrounded by the mountains of Montana.
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