Bar Back

InterContinental Hotels Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in Manchester is seeking a Barback to join its vibrant team. This role offers a 16-hour contract with a pay of £12.60 per hour plus service charge. Responsibilities include supporting bartenders and ensuring smooth service operations. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in similar roles and a passion for providing excellent service. Opportunity for career progression and benefits are included.

Benefits

Extensive training

Career progression opportunities

Paid volunteering days

Wagestream financial app

Uniform provided

Company sick pay

Life insurance

Hotel and restaurant discounts

Store discounts

Refer a Friend programme

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a bartender or barback.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and support bartenders.
• Eager to learn and contribute creatively to enhance guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Stock the bar and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist bartenders during service.
• Ensure smooth operations in a busy environment.

Skills

Passion for excellent service

Experience in busy environments

Teamwork

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for Barback to join our vibrant team at The Refuge – Kimpton Clocktower on a 16-hour per week contract!

You will earn £12.60 per hour, plus service charge.

The Refuge is a lively establishment in the heart of Manchester, known for its exceptional restaurant and bar experience. Located in the historic Kimpton Clocktower, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch service and unforgettable experiences.

Kimpton Clocktower offers a contemporary luxury hotel experience, emphasizing heartfelt human connections—what we call Stay Human. We extend this ethos to our furry friends, too!

• Extensive training, career progression opportunities worldwide, and 2 paid days volunteering annually.
• Wagestream - a financial wellbeing app for saving, tracking, and withdrawing your pay as you earn it.
• Uniform provided.

Taxi subsidy available for shifts starting/ending between 23:00-06:00.

• Company sick pay and life insurance for all employees.
• Discounts on our hotels and restaurants worldwide.
• Over 15,000 store discounts, from retail to cinema.
• Refer a Friend programme with rewards.

As a barback, you will support bartenders by stocking the bar, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with various tasks to ensure smooth service.

To succeed as a Barback, you should:

• Be passionate about delivering excellent service.
• Have at least 1 year of experience as a bartender or barback.
• Be experienced in working with customers in busy environments.
• Be eager to learn and work as part of a team.
• Be yourself - bring your unique personality to work!
• Lead yourself - make decisions and use your creativity to connect with guests.
• Make it count - we support you in creating personalized experiences every day.

If you enjoy marching to your own drum and want to join a company that values authenticity, apply today to become our Barback!

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are committed to equal opportunity employment. We believe all colleagues should be treated fairly and have equal opportunities for growth, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.