Pool Barback: Bar Support & Prep Pro

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

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.