Barback (Part Time) - Pendry Chicago

Montage Hotels & Resorts; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms and cleaning

Hotel discounts

401k retirement plan with company

Ongoing community outreach events

Associate's events throughout the year

Job summary

Pendry Chicago is seeking a Barback to support bartenders, maintain cleanliness of bar areas, stock wells, ice bins and glassware, and ensure smooth service in a luxury hotel setting.

You will work as part of a team, assist with drinks service, and help deliver WOW moments for guests while adhering to safety and state-alcohol regulations. The role offers free meals, hotel discounts, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in food & beverage operations is a plus.
• Ability to follow service sequences and assist bartenders.

Responsibilities

• Follow Food & Beverage sequence of service and maintain equipment and glassware.
• Assist bartenders with drinks and service needs.
• Communicate effectively with management and staff to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Deliver WOW moments and support team in daily operations.
• Perform additional duties as required by business needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Guest service

Adaptability

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

At Pendry Chicago, It's All Because of YOU!

Barback

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Pendry Chicago, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you're not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You'll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry Chicago is more than a job; it's a way of life. Don't just imagine the possibility-join us.

Your Journey

• Consistently follow Food & Beverage sequence of service while maintaining the cleaning of equipment, tools, and supplies, stocking wells, back bars, ice bins and glassware maintenance
• Primarily assist with bartenders' needs which may include mixing and serving drinks
• Work as a team and effectively communicate with management and other staff members
• Deliver on guests' expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments
• Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties, based on business needs

About You

• You enjoy assisting with spirits, wine, beer and food
• You will be at least 21 years of age and or comply with state laws for serving alcohol
• You have basic communication skills
• You are open to learning and developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same
• You are trustworthy and have integrity

Must Haves

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment
• Prior food and beverage operations experience, a plus
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus

You will Enjoy

• Free meals
• Free uniforms and cleaning
• Ongoing community outreach events
• Hotel discounts
• Associate's events throughout the year
• 401k retirement plan with company matching

Physical Requirements

• Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over
• Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift
• Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis

At Pendry Chicago, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude.

In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

The pay range for Barback is $18.40 - 18.50 hourly. The pay scale is the base hourly range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Pendry reasonably expects to pay for the position.

We offer an excellent benefits package for this role, which includes: 401[k] retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off (Sick Time), free uniform cleaning, free meals during working shifts, and hotel discounts.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.