Barback: Flexible Schedule, Memorable Guest Experiences

kimptonhotelsandrestaurantscareers; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is seeking a Barback to support bartenders and ensure stock, cleanliness, and gear readiness. You may also serve food and beverages as needed, always prioritizing teamwork and guest satisfaction.

We value individuals who can multi-task, learn the menu and allergy information, and operate the POS system. A flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred to help deliver ridiculously personal experiences.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a similar or supportive role is preferred.
• Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certification (if applicable).
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Able to learn, retain, and present product, menu, and allergy information to guests.
• Knowledge or ability to learn the restaurant point-of-sale system.
• Restaurant inventory and invoicing software proficiency is preferred.
• Hardworking, dedicated, with a real passion for hospitality.
• Flexible schedule and are able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the bartender with stocking, cleanliness, equipment handling and maintenance.
• When necessary, serve food and beverages for the guests and service staff.
• All functions are carried out to maintain an environment of teamwork and to provide outstanding service to our guests.
• You'll act as an advocate for the bar/restaurant, be a creator of ridiculously personal experiences, and develop relationships with guests that will compel them to return.
• Greet and welcome our guests.
• Check the service stations and tables to ensure accurate set-up and cleanliness.
• Assist the restaurant dining services (if necessary), when and where appropriate.
• Perform all necessary sidework, setup, and breakdown of the bar.
• Follow uniform and grooming specifications.
• Clean and change trash cans, fill and clean ice bins, stock beer, wine, juice, and other beverages.
• Clean shelving, stainless steel, mixers, cups, blenders and soda guns.
• Unpack deliveries, stock bar and change beer kegs.
• Notify a manager if a guest is becoming intoxicated or rude to other guests.
• We all wear multiple hats here at Kimpton. You may need to take on responsibilities outside of this job description at times, as we all do.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Guest service

Multi-tasking

Food safety

Communication

Flexible schedule

Tools

POS system knowledge

Inventory software

Job description

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is seeking a Barback to support bartenders and ensure stock, cleanliness, and gear readiness. You may also serve food and beverages as needed, always prioritizing teamwork and guest satisfaction.

We value individuals who can multi-task, learn the menu and allergy information, and operate the POS system. A flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred to help deliver ridiculously personal experiences.