Barback - Conrad Los Angeles

Hilton; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an exciting new luxury hotel in downtown LA as a Barback, where you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional guest experiences. This position involves preparing and servicing bars, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting bartenders in a vibrant and dynamic environment. With a commitment to quality and teamwork, this role offers the chance to be part of a renowned hospitality leader dedicated to innovation and guest satisfaction. Embrace the opportunity to grow and thrive within a supportive workplace culture that values your contributions and well-being.

Benefits

DailyPay access

Medical Insurance Coverage

Mental Health Resources

Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

Go Hilton travel discount program

Supportive parental leave

Matching 401(k)

Employee stock purchase program

Debt-free education access

Career growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience as a barback preferred, with knowledge of beverage preparation.
• Ability to work flexible hours and lift heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and service all bars within the hotel.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock supplies for the bar area.
• Assist bartenders and ensure order accuracy.

Skills

Barback experience

Knowledge of alcoholic beverages

Basic mathematical skills

Manual dexterity

Basic English language skills

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Flexible schedule

Education

Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification

California Food Handler Card

Job description

Be a part of the newest luxury hotel in downtown LA, Conrad Los Angeles (https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/laxavci-conrad-los-angeles/)! As part of the billion-dollar project, The Grand LA (https://www.thegrandla.com/), this is the 7th Conrad Hotel in the U.S. and the 1st in California.

Located in the most exciting state-of-the-art development in DTLA, this luxurious 28-story hotel has over 300 rooms, a spa, 16,000 square foot rooftop with a pool deck, 12,000 square feet of event space, and 3 food and beverage outlets. This includes a signature restaurant, outdoor restaurant, lobby bar, and in-room dining all in partnership with Chef Jose Andres' award-winning restaurant group, JoseAndresFoodGroup (https://thinkfoodgroup.com/).

The Grand LA combines lifestyle, arts, and culture to provide a truly unique experience in Los Angeles. It is at the epicenter of downtown LA’s cultural corridor across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall with two towers, a 45-story residential and 28-story hotel, and more than 176,000 square feet of retail space anchored by chef-driven restaurants and a collection of shops, entertainment, and hospitality.

Want to get an inside look? Take a virtual tour (https://www.thegrandla.com/explore-grand/vr-tour).

In this role as a Barback, you will be responsible for the initial preparation and servicing of all permanent and portable bars operating within the hotel.

The ideal candidate will have barback experience preferred. The ideal candidate must possess knowledge in preparation and service of alcoholic beverages. Basic mathematical skills necessary to ensure proper delivery amounts and understand portion sizes. Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use a knife, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, tap kegs and extend arms overhead to stock items. Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient for the employee to understand inquiries from customers and communicate simple instructions. Ability to comprehend written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel. Ability to work in confined spaces. Ability to perform duties within temperature ranges, from normal to refrigerated. Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, transport up to 75 lbs through a crowded room. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to work a full shift (8 hours) walking and standing with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to obtain Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) and California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire if applicable to the position you are applying for.

What will I be doing?

1. Retrieves orders from storeroom. Visually checks stock received against written requisition with storeroom personnel, to ensure order is accurate. Upon delivery to the bar, re-checks items with bartender for completeness.
2. Cuts, slices and peels perishable garnishes and fruits, mixes and pours juices in sufficient amounts according to projected business. Stores back-up supplies needing refrigeration in prescribed containers for later use.
3. Checks and assists bartender in maintaining adequate amounts of supplies, i.e., stir sticks, napkins, matches, etc., for both the immediate bar and extended service area. Transports taps, replaces and performs routine maintenance requirements on heavy beer kegs.
4. Maintains cleanliness of bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas to comply with health code standards.
5. Scoops ice from ice bins, transports to service areas and replenishes ice containers for usage.
6. Boxes and saves empty liquor bottles as they accumulate for later returns and requisitions.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

1. Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
2. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
3. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
4. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
5. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
6. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

1. Quality
2. Productivity
3. Dependability
4. Customer Focus
5. Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands (http://jobs.hiltonworldwide.com/our-brands/index.php). Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental Health Resources
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel discount program
• Supportive parental leave
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs

Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

The hourly rate is $21.25 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Job: Bars and Restaurants

Title: Barback - Conrad Los Angeles

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Requisition ID: HOT0B9CG

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