Barback, Lobby Bar

Recess; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company-matched 401(k)

Paid time off & holidays

Complimentary daily team meals

Two-night staff room/stay

Job summary

Recess Hotel & Club Savannah is opening Fall 2026 and is seeking dependable, energetic Barbacks for the Lobby Bar team. You will support bartenders, stock supplies, keep the bar organized, and help deliver exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.

Join a growing hospitality brand and learn beverage service fundamentals while contributing to smooth operations, event support, and a welcoming atmosphere for guests and teammates at one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, bar, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to support the team wherever needed.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout a shift.
• Ability to safely lift and move kegs, cases of beverages, ice, and other supplies.
• Professional presentation and grooming standards.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Interest in hospitality and beverage operations with a desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Stock beer, wine, spirits, mixers, glassware, ice, and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across bar, lounge, storage.
• Replenish ice, garnishes, syrups, and bar ingredients during service.
• Assist with inventory deliveries and receiving.
• Wash glassware and bar tools, maintaining sanitation.
• Support opening, closing, and side work duties.
• Collaborate with bartenders, servers, culinary team, and leadership to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
• Assist with special events and high-volume service periods as needed.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Job description

Recess is where the everyday takes a break.

Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.

Recess is the newest project from Left Lane, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler’s inaugural Triple Crown distinction —recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel + Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.

We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.

If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.

Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.

About the role

The Lobby Bar at Recess Hotel & Club is seeking dependable, energetic, and hospitality-driven Barbacks to join our team. As a key member of the bar team, the Barback plays an essential role in supporting daily operations and ensuring bartenders have the tools, products, and supplies needed to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in staying organized, and enjoys working behind the scenes to contribute to a seamless and efficient operation. This role is perfect for someone looking to grow their hospitality career while learning the fundamentals of beverage service and bar operations.

What you'll do

• Support bartenders throughout service by stocking beer, wine, spirits, mixers, glassware, ice, and supplies
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the bar, lounge, storage, and service areas
• Replenish ice, garnishes, syrups, and other bar ingredients as needed during service
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing inventory deliveries
• Collect and wash glassware, bar tools, and service equipment while maintaining sanitation standards
• Remove trash, recycling, and empty boxes from service areas as needed
• Prepare garnishes and assist with beverage preparation tasks according to established standards
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to leadership
• Assist with opening, closing, and side work duties
• Collaborate with bartenders, servers, culinary team members, and leadership to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations
• Support a welcoming and professional environment for guests, club members, and team members
• Assist with special events and high-volume service periods as needed

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, bar, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and willingness to support the team wherever needed
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout a shift
• Ability to safely lift and move kegs, cases of beverages, ice, and other supplies
• Professional presentation and grooming standards
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
• Interest in hospitality and beverage operations with a desire to learn and grow

Why Recess?

Build something from the beginning.

• Join the opening team behind one of Savannah’s most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one.

Take care of yourself.

• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members
• Company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting
• Up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday
• Complimentary daily team member meal

Experience the brand.

• Complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah
• Team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana
• Complimentary fitness classes

Travel farther.

• Employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties
• Discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide

Grow with Left Lane.

• Referral incentives and guest recognition programs
• Career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio
• The opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands