Barback, Lobby Bar

Accor; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel rooms and F&B rates

Growth and learning programs

Career development across Accor brands

CSR initiatives Planet 21 and WATCH

Hourly rate: $22.15

Seniority-based scheduling

Job summary

Fairmont Century Plaza seeks a Barback to support the bartenders, prep team and kitchen while ensuring top guest experiences. You will prepare beverages following recipes, maintain bar cleanliness, and ensure compliance with liquor laws in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Be energetic, reliable and proactive, and help maintain cost control and accurate service. Join a team that values trust, respect and a guest-first mindset at a landmark property.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine and beer.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience.
• Preferred experience in food and beverage or barista roles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Reliable and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience as barback in luxury/high-volume settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exceed guest expectations.
• Assist bartenders to ensure service standards.
• Coordinate with prep team and kitchen for service readiness.
• Stock and break down the bar for service.
• Maintain liquor, beer, wine knowledge.
• Interact with guests to make them feel special.
• Ensure compliance with liquor laws.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar prep area.

Skills

Knowledge of Spirits & Cocktails

Customer service experience

Bar beverage knowledge

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Reliability under pressure

Job description

Why work for Fairmont?

At Fairmont, our passion is to connect our guests to the very best of our destinations. From the beaches of Hawaii to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates to the heart of London, our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture, expressive decor and artistry, and magnificent features. Add engaging service, and the result is an unforgettable guest experience.

Company Description

At Fairmont, our passion is to connect our guests to the very best of our destinations. From the beaches of Hawaii to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates to the heart of London, our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture, expressive decor and artistry, and magnificent features. Add engaging service, and the result is an unforgettable guest experience.

Job Description

You represent Fairmont Century Plaza with enthusiasm and pride, providing exceptional service and attention for each guest you encounter. You are energetic and confident, and will encourage your teammates to achieve and be positive while being entrusted with the responsibility of ensuring the best possible experience for your guests at all times in a friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner. As Barback, you are of service in a friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner. To prepare beverages for guests and servers following recipes and guidelines for preparation, presentation and accountability in a cost efficient manner. To ensure compliance with all liquor laws in the preparation, serving and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the restaurant.

What You Will Be Doing

• Exceed guest expectations
• Assist the bartenders with all steps of service to help prioritize the guest experience
• Work directly with the prep team and the kitchen to ensure that the bar is prepared to service standards
• Stocking and breaking down the bar for service
• Liquor, beer, wine and cocktail knowledge
• Interact with guests in a way that makes them feel special
• Proper and friendly service when in contact with all guests
• Comply with liquor lawsMaintain accountability, both personal and financial
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar prep area and bar
• Control cost and waste
• Maintain knowledge of menu, food preparation techniques
• Be pro-active by assisting co-workers
• Support and assist Managers
• Be proficient with all aspects and services of the property
• Be familiar with all food outlets and amenities within the property
• Be knowledgeable of general city information as well as hotel history
• Personal and financial accountability
• Be an ambassador for the department, the property and the brand

What Is In It For You

• Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe.
• We provide learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development so that you can perform at your full potential
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and WATCH
• Hourly Rate: $22.15
• Schedule based on Seniority and Business Needs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Spirits, Cocktails, Wine and Beer
• Previous customer service experience required
• Previous food and beverage and/or barista experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible and reliable. Can work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a small team and independently
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Must have previous experience barbacking in a luxury environment
• Must have previous experience barbacking in a high volume environment

Additional Information

What was true in 1966 remains true to this day: The Century Plaza Hotel is part of a visionary development intent on doing what others could only imagine. Previously deemed the "Western White House," (as the only venue outside the White House to host state dinners), Century Plaza's place in history remains unshakeable. A modernized take on luxury and elevated guest experience from product to people enlivens the real wow factor.

Your Team And Working Environment

This experience begins with a new kind of workplace, one where the energy is contagious, the stories are invigorating, and the challenges present inspiring opportunities to make your mark. We provide an environment of trust, respect, and integrity. A home away from home. Where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Privacy and personal information are protected. Through Accor's Employee Value Proposition, we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

This experience begins with a new kind of workplace, one where the energy is contagious, the stories are invigorating, and the challenges present inspiring opportunities to make your mark. We provide an environment of trust, respect, and integrity. A home away from home. Where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Privacy and personal information are protected. Through Accor's Employee Value Proposition, we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We commit to a future where diverse identities are celebrated, and equitable and inclusive practices are woven into the fabric of everything we do as an organization.

Fairmont Century Plaza is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO M/F/V/D

Visa Requirements: Must provide proof of current eligibility to be employed in the United States of America.