Barback, Pool

Starwood Hotels; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels in Austin, Texas is seeking a Pool Barback who will assist the bartender in all beverage service tasks, ensuring that the bar runs smoothly. The ideal candidate will have prior barback experience and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities include stocking inventory, preparing garnishes, and providing support during service. Candidates must be reliable, organized, and able to lift at least 50 lbs. A Food Handling certification can be obtained during employment, and flexibility is key to meet the demands of our 24-hour operation.

Qualifications

• Prior barback experience.
• Organized and proficient at multitasking.
• Reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Can stand for long periods of time.
• Food Handling certification can be obtained during employment.
• Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist bartenders in setting up and breaking down the bar area before and after service.
• Stock and replenish bar inventory to ensure bartenders have necessary supplies.
• Prepare garnishes according to established recipes.
• Monitor and manage the supply of ice.
• Provide support to bartenders during service.
• Follow all company and safety policies and report any issues.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Embody the hotel vision and deliver good-natured service.

Skills

Prior barback experience

Organized and proficient at multitasking

Reliable team player willing to learn

Strong communication and customer service skills

Able to lift at least 50 lbs

Proficient in verbal and written English communication

Can stand for long periods of time

Food Handling certification

Flexibility to meet 24-hour operation demands

Job description

As a Pool Barback at 1 Hotels, you will be an extension of the bartender, assisting in all beverage service tasks and ensuring that the bar area runs smoothly before, during, and after service.

General Duties

• Assist bartenders in setting up and breaking down the bar area before and after service, including arranging bottles, glassware, and bar tools, and ensuring that all necessary supplies are readily available.
• Stock and replenish bar inventory, including liquor, mixers, garnishes, and other supplies, to ensure that bartenders have everything they need to prepare drinks efficiently and accurately.
• Prepare garnishes, such as citrus wedges, olives, and herbs, according to established recipes and standards, ensuring that they are fresh, attractive, and ready for use during service.
• Monitor and manage the supply of ice, ensuring that ice bins are filled and ice machines are functioning properly, to support the efficient preparation and service of drinks.
• Provide support to bartenders during service, including fetching and carrying items, clearing empty glasses and bottles, and assisting with guest requests, to help ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; properly store flammable materials.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and standards with self and colleagues.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Embody the 1 Hotels Vision, Mission and Compass; deliver on Our Promise, provide Good-Natured Service and uphold our Brand Pillars.

Qualifications & Skills

• Prior barback experience.
• Organized and proficient at multitasking.
• Reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Can stand for long periods of time.
• Food Handling certification (can be obtained during employment).
• Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation, including holidays and weekends.

Starwood Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodation, please visit People Operations.

Please note that your job description is not an exhaustive list of tasks and duties, but serves a guideline for daily duties, which may change from time to time.