Bar Back (Part-Time)

Luminary Hotel & Co; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal for part-time associates

Employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Bar Back (Part-Time) at Epicurean Hotel, a Mainsail Lodging & Development property in Tampa, is a behind-the-bar support role focused on keeping the outlet stocked, clean, and efficient. You will assist bartenders, prepare garnishes, and help ensure timely service to guests.

Seeking candidates with hospitality experience, strong guest service skills, and comfort with POS systems and tablets. Join a team dedicated to high-quality dining experiences and guest satisfaction at our Tampa property.

Qualifications

• Bar or restaurant experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of beer, wine and liquor.
• Customer service orientation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist bartenders by stocking and organizing bar items.
• Prepare garnishes and beverage ingredients.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area.
• Deliver items from kitchen to bar and service areas.
• Provide menu knowledge to guests.
• Support opening and closing par levels.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tech literacy (POS, tablets)

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Tablet/iPad usage

Job description

Bar Back (Part-Time) page is loaded## Bar Back (Part-Time)locations: Tampa, FLtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR103067# **We're looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let's see if we're a fit. We hope so.****About the Epicurean Hotel**Welcome to the Epicurean Hotel, a paradise for food lovers. Our passionate culinary team, led by our talented executive chef, works tirelessly to create dishes that are not only delicious but also visually stunning. We take great pride in using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to ensure the highest quality of our dishes.At our hotel, we believe that indulging in the pleasures of life is the ultimate tribute to it. We invite you to join us and experience all the flavors that life has to offer. If you share our passion, we would love to cook with you and add your special ingredients to our recipe.**Overview of the role**The Bar Back will be responsible for ensuring exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance with the Epicurean Hotel [Hotel Name] service standards and Mainsail Lodging & Development standards. The Bar Back will also be responsible for helping all other staff and operations to maintain a well-organized, clean, and well-stocked outlet. Friendly interactions with patrons will be required, but the focus will be on the support staff position.**What you have*** High school diploma, equivalent, or higher* Previous hospitality experience* Minimum 1-year experience working in a restaurant or bar setting* Knowledge and experience with beer, wine, and liquor* Customer service experience* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written* Experience working on a team in a hospitality setting* Ability to use technology, e.g., computers, tablets, iPads, and POS* Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.* A sense of ownership in everything that you do**What you'll do*** Provide service to bartenders in a timely manner* Prepare beverage garnishes and mixes* Ensure proper stocking and rotation of beer, liquor, wine, and consumable items* Clean glasses, utensils, tools, and other bar equipment* Run food from kitchen to bar and bar area to ensure guests receive their food in a timely manner* Provide guests with menu knowledge, including ingredients, preparation, and prices* Maintain opening and closing par levels for beer, wine, liquor, and consumables* Assist in the receiving and unloading of bar items. Ensure proper stocking* Maintain a clean and organized bar, cooler, and bar storage area* Other necessary duties as reasonably assigned by the manager**Physical Demand*** Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time* Ability to bend* Ability to lift, pull 50 lbs* Ability to communicate clearly* Ability to work long hours as needed**Mental Demands*** Make sound judgments quickly* Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress toward deadlines* Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others* Manage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the community* Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality* Ability to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations* Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary**Benefits*** **F****ull-time Associate Benefits**+ Medical, Dental, & Vision | HSA & Flexible Spending Account Options | Basic Life & Disability Plan Options | 401K Retirement Plan | Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Career Training & Development Opportunities | Tuition Reimbursement | Bereavement Leave | Employee Assistant Program (EAP) | Jury Duty (May vary by state) | Employee Discounts | Employee Referral Bonus | Free meal for all full-service hotel employees* **Part-time Associate Benefits**+ All above-listed benefits except for Medical Insurance and Holiday Pay### Mainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.Mainsail Lodging & Development is an award-winning, Tampa, Florida-based company specializing in hotel, furnished housing, and resort property management and development, marketing and sales. An established company with a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, Mainsail prides itself in finding unique lodging opportunities with a purpose and applying its passion and expertise to each project. Find your dream career within an impressive portfolio of top-branded properties throughout the southeastern United States and Caribbean. Each Mainsail property inspires guests with a distinct character and meticulously crafted, sophisticated style, from a private island resort, and urban culinary showplaces, to waterfront marvels, boutique southern hotels, and a historic jazz era icon. Stay Sojo, Mainsail's newest brand, provides short-term furnished living options across the country, while Mainsail Vacation Rentals manages a collection of private, luxury vacation homes in Florida. A bright future with stellar benefits awaits!### Our BenefitsWe have a comprehensive and competitive benefits program:* Medical, Dental & Vision* HSA & Flexible Spending Account* Basic Life & Disability Plan* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Paid Time Off & Volunteer Time Off* Holiday Pay & Bereavement Leave* Growth & Development Opportunities* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee Assistance Program* Travel Discounts for hotel team members through Marriott Explore Program* **FREE** meal (full-service hotel team members only)