The Bar Bar Back

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and creative team at a renowned hotel in Milwaukee's Theater District. As a Bar Back, you'll play a crucial role in providing exceptional service by preparing garnishes, maintaining supplies, and ensuring cleanliness. This position offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic environment that celebrates creativity and culture. With a commitment to employee growth, you'll enjoy perks like meal discounts, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Be part of a legacy that values uniqueness and connection in every guest experience.

Benefits

Free Meal Every Shift

Room Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Discounted Parking

Movie Theater Coupons

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Qualifications

• Prior bar experience preferred with knowledge of alcoholic beverage preparation.
• Basic math skills for inventory and portion sizes are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare garnishes and maintain bar supplies for service.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with health standards.
• Assist with additional duties as requested by management.

Skills

Bar Experience

Knowledge of Alcoholic Beverages

Basic Math Skills

Manual Dexterity

Communication Skills

Safe Handling Instructions

Ability to Lift Heavy Items

Job description

Description

Whether you're an artist at heart or simply thrive in a dynamic environment, Saint Kate is the space that unites us all under one roof. Here at Saint Kate, we celebrate uniqueness and seek candidates from diverse walks of life who are passionate about engaging with the world around them. We're not just offering a job; we're offering a chance to dive into the exciting world of creativity, culture, and connection. If you're eager for career growth and new experiences, we have an opening for a Bar Back at The Bar, Saint Kate's favorite gathering place, centrally located just off the lobby. As a Bar Back you will be responsible for the initial preparation and servicing of the bar, making sure that all items are stocked, allowing us to serve our guests their drink of choice.

Recognized as one of Milwaukee's most esteemed hotels with an elite award repertoire, Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel offers a modern, luxury experience with artistic flair. With a prime location in Milwaukee's Theater District, Saint Kate serves as a creative hub for the city, where every aspect of the hotel is inspired by music, painting, sculpture, and design. As a part of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, we engage a diverse audience of theater enthusiasts, food connoisseurs, and entertainment seekers.

What will you be doing?

• Prepare perishable garnishes, fruits, and juices according to business levels.
• Assist in maintaining adequate supplies for bar.
• Retrieve and verify orders from storeroom for accuracy.
• Store products properly and in designated areas.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with health standards in bar areas.
• Scoop and transport ice to service areas.
• Transport and maintain portable bars and tap units.
• Assist with additional duties as requested by management.

What we are looking for:

• Prior bar experience preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable in preparation of alcoholic beverages including adhering to all State, Federal, and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to ensure proper delivery amounts, understand portion sizes, and assist with inventory.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands and arms in order to use a knife, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, tap kegs, and extend arms overhead to stock items.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate in English in order to provide service as requested by bartenders, managers and guests.
• Ability to read and comprehend safe-handling instructions of products and equipment.
• Ability to grasp, bend, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200 lbs.

What's in it for you?

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing and spa
• Discounted parking and bus pass program
• "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career, and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer and 401k with employer match
• And more!

About us:
A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S. based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Saint Kate is an equal opportunity employer.