Barback FT- The Americano

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

The Barback at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in Atlanta supports the bartending and Food & Beverage team by keeping the bar fully stocked, clean, and organized to deliver exceptional guest service. This role works closely with bartenders and supervisors to maintain smooth bar operations while upholding hotel standards.

The position pays $10.00 per hour plus tips and requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in bar, restaurant, hotel or hospitality settings is preferred.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Able to communicate effectively with guests and colleagues.
• Knowledge of basic bar operations is preferred.
• Must meet all legal requirements for working with alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Assist bartenders with daily bar setup, service, and closing procedures.
• Maintain stock of liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice and bar supplies.
• Replenish products to prevent interruptions during service.
• Keep bar area, storage areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Wash, polish and restock glassware as needed.
• Prepare garnishes, juices and other bar items.
• Remove empty bottles, glassware and trash from the bar area.
• Assist with receiving, storing and rotating beverage products.
• Support bartenders during high-volume periods for timely service.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to the bartender or supervisor.
• Follow food safety, sanitation and hotel procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Flexible schedule

Communication

Bar operations

Alcohol service

Job description

Job Summary

The Barback supports the bartending and Food & Beverage team by ensuring the bar is fully stocked, clean, organized, and ready to provide exceptional guest service. This position works closely with bartenders and supervisors to maintain smooth and efficient bar operations while upholding the service standards of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts.

Job Summary

The Barback supports the bartending and Food & Beverage team by ensuring the bar is fully stocked, clean, organized, and ready to provide exceptional guest service. This position works closely with bartenders and supervisors to maintain smooth and efficient bar operations while upholding the service standards of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts.

Compensation

$10.00 per hour + tips

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist bartenders with daily bar setup, service, and closing procedures.
• Maintain adequate stock of liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and other bar supplies.
• Replenish products and supplies throughout service to prevent interruptions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, bar area, storage areas, and equipment.
• Wash, polish, and restock glassware as needed.
• Assist with preparation of garnishes, juices, and other bar items.
• Collect and remove empty bottles, glassware, trash, and other items from the bar area.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating beverage products.
• Support bartenders during high-volume periods to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or product needs to the bartender or supervisor.
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and hotel procedures.
• Assist with maintaining proper bar presentation and cleanliness throughout the shift.
• Provide friendly and professional assistance to guests when appropriate.
• Respond promptly to requests from bartenders, supervisors, and other Food & Beverage colleagues.
• Follow all IHG and InterContinental brand standards, policies, and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous bar, restaurant, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and colleagues.
• Knowledge of basic bar operations is preferred.
• Must meet all applicable legal requirements for working in a bar and handling alcoholic beverages.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, and move throughout the bar and hotel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods.

Work Environment

The Barback works in a fast-paced, high-energy Food & Beverage environment and plays an important role in supporting the bartending team. The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, team-oriented, and committed to maintaining the high standards of service expected at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts.

Important information

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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