Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Barback - Strawfire

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 47,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MOstay program

Health & Colleague Wellness

Retirement plans

Job summary

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is seeking a Restaurants Bars & Experiences Barback to support the team in delivering prompt, professional service and creating memorable dining experiences for our guests.

Reporting to the Head Bartender, you will set up the bar, assist with stock, maintain cleanliness, learn menus, and contribute to events while upholding the brand standards and guest satisfaction in a luxury five‑star environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up the bar including 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 ensure the restaurant has adequate supplies ( crockery, glassware, cutlery, condiments, fresh fruit and herbs).
• During service, prepare hot drinks, clean coffee machine and hot drink equipment, replenish stations and wash utensils, glassware and crockery after use.
• Ensure the bar and stations are clean throughout service.
• Assist in setting up the bar for special or private events as per briefing.
• Attend to bar guests and relay feedback to Managers to ensure satisfaction.
• Study menus and attend F&B training to describe dishes/beverages to guests.
• Provide courteous, professional service to customers, staff and suppliers.
• Be familiar with the layout of the operation and equipment locations and adapt to changes as directed.
• Attend staff briefings and support new recruits; maintain appearance and punctuality.

Skills

Food & Beverage experience

Bar operations knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

English language

Job description

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is looking for a Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Barback to join our Restaurants Bars amp Experiences team Are you a master of craft Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly Do you embrace a growth mindset We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is the definition of an unrivalled Arabian fantasy From a 1 3km pristine private beach landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking a natural bay the hotel is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or for events and meetings that make a statement with some of the city s largest hotel conference centres Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi offers award-winning 5-star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences with 390 luxurious rooms and suites along with award-winning culinary cuisines

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 Head Bartender

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

Our commitment to you

Learning amp Development

Your success is our success We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow continuously

MOstay

When you work as hard as our colleagues do it s important to take time off As a member of the MOfamily you can stay with us wherever you go in the world The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones

Health amp Colleague Wellness

Finding the right work-life balance is important Your wellbeing matters to us A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues globally

Retirement Plans

When you show commitment to us we reciprocate We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role

We re Fans Are you strong

• 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.