Barback

BENCHMARK; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida, part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, is seeking a motivated Bar Back to join our Gainesville team. You will support bartenders, keep the bar stocked, maintain cleanliness, and provide memorable hospitality to guests.

We value quick thinking, a friendly attitude, and a desire to learn the bartending trade. This is a strong entry path for building a hospitality career at a world-class property.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused Bar Back role at a premier hospitality property.
• Ability to work quickly on your feet with a friendly, engaging attitude.
• Interest in learning the bartending trade and growing within hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests as they enter or move around the bar area.
• Maintain proper bar setup and restock requisitions daily.
• Assist bartenders, keep glasses stocked, and ensure bar cleanliness.
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to deliver memorable hospitality.

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property: Ready to celebrate your next big career win at a level of style and thoughtful accommodations befitting a champion? Take the next step in your career today and become a member of Pyramid Hotel Group’s CARE culture and outstanding career potential! Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida is one of the most exciting collegiate properties in the Pyramid Hotel Group Family. With its contemporary flair, 173 guest rooms, 1,200 square feet of meeting space and signature 3 meal restaurant and bar, it’s sure to be one of the best places to work in the Gainesville area. Find out what a career at the Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida with Pyramid Hotel Group can mean for you!

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for a highly motivated, customer focused Bar Back to join our team! The Bar Back is key to a successful operation. This individual is responsible for supporting the bartenders and servers with delivering memorable hospitality to our guests. As a Bar Back, it is your responsibility to maintain the cleanliness and organization of the bar area, working to keep the bar stocked, filling requisitions and keeping the area clean. This individual will need to be quick on your feet and have an engaging attitude. This is a tremendous opportunity for someone looking to begin a career as a Bartender! If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world‑class property!

Your role:

Greet guests as they arrive or move about the bar area Maintains proper and adequate set‑up of the bar daily Assist the Bartenders in securing requisitioned liquor, beer and wine Maintain the cleanliness of the bar area, to include ensuring clean glasses are stocked Be the master of the bar, understanding the details of the operation Work collaboratively with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff Assisting with maintaining stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables daily to ensure product quality. #IND100 What are we looking for? Compensation: $ - $ Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations. Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.