Barback (Full-Time)

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Job summary -

The main purpose of the barback in the main bar is to assist cocktail servers and bartenders in all facets of food and beverage service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – (Key Activities)

The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

•Responsible for stocking all supplies in the main bar before, during and after each shift, including paper goods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, consumables, glassware, linen, condiments used in mixing drinks, stocking the bins.

•Responsible for the cleanliness of both the bar and service areas through regular maintenance projects and nightly cleaning duties.

•Responsible for assisting cocktail servers in all aspects of food service; from setting silver, serving food to the final cleaning of the tables.

•Responsible for bussing all tables of glassware and debris during the course of service.

•Responsible for the changing of all tablecloths and candles during service.

•Maintain all standards as set by RMOTC.

•Attendance at all scheduled meetings.

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Other Standard Responsibilities -

Experience -

•Minimum of six months experience in a fine dining or casually elegant upscale establishment preferred

General Skills -

•Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.

Technical Skills

•Ability to clearly communicate information with bartenders, servers and customers.

Must have developed language skills to the point to be able to read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc.

Education or Certification -

Language -

•Required to speak, read and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred

Physical Requirements

•Must be able to endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, reach up and down, remain stationary at times throughout work periods, ability to lift and carry 30-50 lbs. overhead 25 times over an 8 hour period and lift up to 50 pounds, and satisfactorily communicate with guests and co-workers to their understanding.