Job summary - The main purpose of the barback in the main bar is to assist cocktail servers and bartenders in all facets of food and beverage service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - (Key Activities) The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position: • Responsible for stocking all supplies in the main bar before, during and after each shift, including paper goods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, consumables, glassware, linen, condiments used in mixing drinks, stocking the bins. • Responsible for the cleanliness of both the bar and service areas through regular maintenance projects and nightly cleaning duties. • Responsible for assisting cocktail servers in all aspects of food service; from setting silver, serving food to the final cleaning of the tables. • Responsible for bussing all tables of glassware and debris during the course of service. • Responsible for the changing of all tablecloths and candles during service. • Maintain all standards as set by RMOTC. • Attendance at all scheduled meetings.
This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
Other Standard Responsibilities -
Experience - • Minimum of six months experience in a fine dining or casually elegant upscale establishment preferred
General Skills - • Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guests service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.
Technical Skills • Ability to clearly communicate information with bartenders, servers and customers. • Must have developed language skills to the point to be able to read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc.
Education or Certification -
Language - • Required to speak, read and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred
Physical Requirements • Must be able to endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, reach up and down, remain stationary at times throughout work periods, ability to lift and carry 30-50 lbs. overhead 25 times over an 8 hour period and lift up to 50 pounds, and satisfactorily communicate with guests and co-workers to their understanding.