Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Barback

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated Barback to support the Restaurants Bars & Experiences team. Based at Emirates Palace, you will assist with bar setup, stock, and maintaining a spotless service area to ensure a memorable dining experience for guests.

You will work on beverage preparation, assist during service, learn the menus, and collaborate closely with Managers and staff to uphold brand standards.

Qualifications

• Food & Beverage experience in a bar/restaurant or hotel is desirable.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Able to work in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up the bar, clean and stock stations, and prepare mise en place before each shift.
• Assist with stock counts and ensure adequate supplies for service.
• Prepare hot drinks during service and maintain cleanliness of the bar area.
• Provide courteous, professional service and support events as required.
• Learn menus and describe ingredients and beverages to guests when needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Strong teamwork

Attention to detail

Bar operations knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

About the job

Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi within the Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Department The Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Barback is responsible for assisting the team in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the restaurant providing a prompt and professional service to the guests and be responsible for creating a memorable dining experience within the restaurant The Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Barback reports to the Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Bar Manager

As Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Barback you will be responsible for the following duties

• Set-up the bar including but not limited to daily cleaning of all bar areas equipment dishwasher stock up fridges and stations prepare mise en place prior the start of each shift
• Assist with stock count and at all times ensuring the restaurant has adequate supplies for the shift including all crockery glassware cutlery condiments fresh fruit and herbs etc
• During service prepare hot drinks to the required standard clean coffee machine and all hot drink equipment replenish stations when required and wash utensils glassware and crockery after each use
• Ensure the stations and the bar area are of utmost cleanliness throughout service
• Assist in setting up the bar for any special or private events as per briefing
• Attend to bar guests at all times regularly providing feedback to Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Managers ensuring every guest has received the brand experience and immediately inform Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Managers should a guest not be content with their dining experience
• Take the initiative to study and learn all menus and attend food and beverage training to understand the ingredients and cooking creation method of each dish beverage to be able to describe these to the guest when required
• Provide a courteous professional attentive and efficient service at all times with customers staff and suppliers alike
• Be fully conversant with the geographical layout of the operation and to know the exact whereabouts of all equipment of an operational nature
• Have a complete understanding of the restaurant operation and respond to any changes in the restaurant function as requested by the Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Manager
• Attend and contribute to all staff briefings meetings and other related activities
• Support new recruits through on the job training
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and as per the personal presentation policy and report for duty punctually wearing the appropriate attire

Previous

• Food & Beverage experience, preferably in a bar, restaurant, hotel, or luxury hospitality environment.
• Basic knowledge of bar operations, beverages, and service standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, and stock replenishment.
• Positive attitude, professional appearance, and strong teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.