Barback - Blu Bar

Shangri-La Hotels; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary duty meals

Uniform provided

12% Super

Job summary

Shangri-La Sydney invites an energetic Bar Back to join Blu Bar on 36, a premier cocktails destination. You will support a high-end bar team, ensuring fast, professional service and pristine presentation across shifts.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with a passion for hospitality, quick to learn, and ready to contribute to a luxury guest experience. The role offers opportunities for growth within a leading hotel group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospitality or service roles is desirable.
• Desire to learn cocktails and luxury bar service.

Responsibilities

• Support the bar team in delivering fast, efficient and professional service, while anticipating guest needs.
• Assist with bar opening and closing procedures, service preparation, equipment setup, and stock levels including garnishes and purees.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the bar, wash-up and work areas.
• Ensure glassware, equipment and service areas are maintained, reporting any damage or equipment needs.
• Assist with stock management, bar requisitions and beverage cost controls.
• Develop knowledge of cocktails and beverage service; participate in training as required.
• Follow hotel policies, liquor laws, and health and safety procedures; assist with POS and other duties as required.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Flexible schedule

Job description

Food & Beverage Attendant – Bar Back | Blu Bar on 36

Three reasons to consider this opportunity

• Work in Blu Bar on 36, one of Sydney's most iconic cocktail destinations, with spectacular views across Sydney Harbour.
• Be part of a luxury hotel environment where you will play an important role in delivering exceptional bar service and memorable guest experiences.
• Build your hospitality career within a large-scale operation, with opportunities to develop your skills across bars, restaurants, events and other Food & Beverage departments.

About the Role

As a Bar Back at Blu Bar on 36, you will play a vital role in supporting the bar team and ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of exceptional service. This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, organised and passionate about hospitality, with a strong eye for detail and a genuine desire to develop their knowledge of food and beverage.

Working closely with the Bar Attendants, Supervisors and Bar Management, you will help maintain the highest standards of service, cleanliness, presentation and operational efficiency throughout each shift.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support the bar team in delivering fast, efficient and professional service, while anticipating and responding to guest needs.
• Assist with bar opening and closing procedures, service preparation, equipment setup, and maintaining stock levels including garnishes and purees.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the bar, wash-up and work areas in accordance with HACCP and SFSMS requirements.
• Ensure glassware, equipment and service areas are maintained throughout service, reporting any damage, breakages, spillages or equipment requirements to the Supervisor.
• Assist with stock management, bar requisitions, inter-bar transfers and beverage cost controls, ensuring responsible use of products and equipment.
• Develop strong food, beverage and cocktail knowledge, support cocktail service and participate in training and cocktail classes when required.
• Follow all hotel policies, Liquor Act requirements, service standards, health and safety procedures, and assist with POS, cashiering and other duties as required by management.

What Success Looks Like

• The bar team is fully supported and service runs smoothly, efficiently and professionally throughout each shift.
• Glassware, equipment, garnishes, stock and service areas are consistently prepared and readily available.
• Blu Bar on 36 maintains the high standards of cleanliness, presentation and hygiene expected of a luxury hotel environment.
• Stock, equipment and beverage products are managed responsibly and accurately.
• The bar environment remains organised, clean and well presented, even during busy periods.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in hospitality, bars, restaurants or customer-facing service roles is desirable.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and presentation.
• An eagerness to learn about cocktails, beverages and luxury bar service.
• Ability to remain calm, organised and positive during busy service periods.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to support colleagues across the Food & Beverage operation.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Why Join Shangri-La Sydney?

• HIGA Rates $33.85 per hour + penalty rates + 12% Super
• Complimentary duty meals every shift
• Uniform and laundering
• Work at Blu Bar on 36, with some of the most spectacular views in Sydney
• Gain experience within a leading luxury hospitality environment
• Opportunities for career development across multiple hotel departments
• Access employee discounts across Shangri-La hotels and resorts worldwide
• Join a collaborative and supportive team culture