Barback

Virgin Hotels; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking hospitality company as a Barback, where you'll support the beverage operations and contribute to creating memorable guest experiences. This entry-level role is perfect for aspiring bartenders eager to learn mixology in a vibrant environment. You'll work alongside a passionate team, ensuring a clean and organized bar while engaging with guests. If you enjoy working with people and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity will allow you to grow your skills and have fun while doing it.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a full-service restaurant or lounge preferred.
• Valid Food Service Handler Card and TIPS certification for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support bartenders with prep, maintenance, and stocking.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Prepare basic non-alcoholic beverages.

Skills

Mixology

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Customer Service

Education

Food Service Handler Card

TIPS Certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$16.69/hr - $16.69/hr

Who We Are

We love what we do and what we do is important! We believe that everyone should leave feeling better – this means not just our guests, but also our teammates. Everyone should go home feeling better because they learned something new, or had fun working that day. We hire unique individuals who work together to create amazing experiences for our guests. We recognize that every member of the team contributes to the success of the whole hotel. No-one is more important than anyone else, and unless we are in it together, we can’t create that special experience for our guest.

Your Mission

Are you an aspiring bartender? If your answer is yes and you love working behind the bar and are still learning the art of mixology, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will support the beverage operation of the outlet through timely bussing and resetting of the bar, running food and beverage items while engaging in polite, responsive, and timely interaction with guests and teammates, including basic menu descriptions.

If you can communicate, coordinate, and work well with other teammates in serving our guests, then you will have a successful career with us. Most of all, we want you to have FUN since you will play a huge role in creating that memorable guest experience!

The Nitty-Gritty

What exactly you will be doing…

Responsibilities

• Support bartenders as directed with pre-shift prep, post-shift close, and in-shift maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organized work environment including stocking supplies, washing and polishing glassware, folding napkins, cleaning menus, sanitizing tables, etc.
• Stock the bar as necessary in accordance with company guidelines regarding liquor requisition.
• Explain basic details of food dishes and beverages at the time of delivery to guests.
• Prepare basic non-alcoholic beverages such as water, coffee, tea, etc.
• Be an expert in the organization of the bar and where things are in the building as a whole.

Qualities We Are Looking For

• Lift and carry 50 lbs, carry and balance plates, carry kegs, wine, and beer cases as necessary.
• Experience working in a high-volume craft cocktail bar.
• Working knowledge of batching systems.
• Familiar with units of measurements and proper stocking procedures.
• Stand for periods of 8-10 hours.
• Enjoy working around and with people.
• Work collaboratively with others while keeping guests and teammates as focus.
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written English.
• Comply with all safety, health department procedures, and laws.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance per hotel standards.
• Bend, squat, and stretch in areas of limited space to perform duties.
• Adhere to hotel policies including attendance, safety, and behavior.

Background Must-have

• Legal and unrestricted ability to work in the United States.
• 1-2 years of experience in a full-service restaurant or lounge preferred.
• Valid Food Service Handler Card and TIPS certification for at least 6 months.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Hospitality