Barback (FT/PT) (AM/PM) (\"Ayudante de Barra\")

Evans Hotels Llc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Free meals

Free parking

Hotel room discount

Career advancement

Job summary

Oceana Coastal Kitchen at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa in San Diego, CA is seeking a Barback to support the bartender during service, stock supplies, and maintain a welcoming bar area.

The role requires 3–12 months of relevant experience, a friendly, team-oriented attitude, and weekend/holiday availability. Certification in San Diego County Food Handling is required or provided by Evans Hotels, LLC.

Qualifications

• 3–12 months of relevant experience and/or training.
• Hotel or similar business experience preferred.
• Weekend and holiday availability required.
• San Diego County Food Handler certification required or training provided by Evans Hotels.

Responsibilities

• Assist bartender in setting up bar area.
• Ensure bar is stocked with clean glassware and supplies.
• Maintain clean, organized bar pantries and work areas.
• Assist with garnishing drinks and room function setup as instructed.

Skills

Food handling

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

LOCATIONOceana Coastal KitchenOceana Coastal Kitchen is the signature restaurant at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa and is ranked as one of the top three restaurants on TripAdvisor. With beachfront dining that offers inspiring views of Mission Bay as well as delicious chef-driven cuisine and a modern, ocean-inspired design, the restaurant offers a memorable dining experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities.SUMMARYThe Barback (“Ayudante de Barra”) ensures that the bartender is prepared during service by handling basic tasks, such as taking and delivering orders, preparing beverages, and cleaning work areas. Works with the bartender to ensure that our guests will have a great and welcoming experience.PAY & PERKSCompensation: $19.00**Earn $1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and $350 for all other roles for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.Career advancement opportunities!Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!ESSENTIAL DUTIESAssists bartender in the set up of bar area.Ensures that sufficient equipment is on hand so that the area can be neatly maintained.Is knowledgeable of brands of liquor and spirits available in the bar.Ensures that the bar/lounge is stocked and re-stocked with clean and sanitized glassware, utensils and all other related supplies.Responsible for maintaining clean and organized bar pantries, work areas, and tables.Responsible for the safe, accurate and temperature-controlled storage of all products, supplies and sundries.Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.Checks in with bartender for instructions as to room where the function is to be held (type of function, number of people, etc.).Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.QUALIFICATIONSAt least 3-12 months of relevant experience and/or training.Previous similar position in a hotel, or similar business entity preferred.Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire. Evans Hotels will provide this training and is to be completed at the company’s expense.RBS certification required.Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges.Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs.The following position will be filled in accordance with the process set forth in California Labor Code Section 2810.8 and San Diego Municipal Code 311.0101 et. seq.**The pay scale posted is the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position during the first year of employment. The posted range does NOT include potential additional types of compensation, such as gratuities, service charges, commissions, or bonuses. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on qualifications and/or experience.