Arriba Abajo | Barback |Full-Time

Hyatt is a globally renowned hospitality company celebrated for its dedication to providing exceptional guest experiences through attentive and caring associates. The company prides itself on fostering an environment where guests feel truly valued and welcomed, which is why Hyatt remains a preferred choice for travelers seeking quality and personalized service. With a diversified portfolio of luxury and lifestyle hotels, Hyatt's commitment to excellence is reflected in every facet of its operations.

Among its distinguished establishments is Arriba Abajo, a Cantina-themed bar and restaurant located within the Thompson and Tommie Austin hotels in Downtown Austin. These premier lifestyle hotels offer a unique blend of luxury and local culture, featuring expansive indoor and outdoor dining spaces that cover 17,000 square feet. These venues not only provide ample space for casual dining and socializing but also host private events and cater to the needs of both hotel guests and residents with outstanding amenities such as a pool deck.

The Barback position at Arriba Abajo is critical to maintaining the seamless operation of the bar areas by ensuring they are fully stocked and ready to meet customer demand. This role requires individuals who possess excellent communication skills and the physical capability to lift moderate weights. Given the fast-paced nature of the environment, the Barback must be comfortable with constant customer interaction and thrive in a dynamic setting that demands efficiency and attentiveness.

The Thompson Austin hotel consists of 212 luxury guestrooms and suites alongside 17 residences, complemented by a 10,000 square foot wellness center and multiple restaurant and bar concepts. It provides guests with a quintessential Austin experience marked by sophisticated comfort and vibrant local influences. Similarly, tommie Austin, with its 193 king rooms, caters to adventurous travelers inspired by the city's cultural fabric. This hotel emphasizes an independent yet warm guest experience, featuring bespoke offerings such as a coffee and wine shop.

Both properties are anchored by their re-imagined cantina-themed restaurant and offer additional dining options such as The 5th Street Diner and The Royale Room, which serve daily fare to a diverse clientele. The surrounding mixed-use development includes residential towers, significant retail space, and state-of-the-art fitness and recreational facilities. Hyatt’s investment in these integrated developments highlights its vision for creating vibrant community-oriented spaces.

As part of Hyatt's team, associates are offered a comprehensive rewards package designed to support their health, financial well-being, and lifestyle needs. This includes a variety of health and welfare plans for employees and their dependents, financial savings and investment options like a 401(k) plan, college savings and stock purchase plans, plus robust paid time off policies covering vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Support extends to family bonding time, adoption assistance, discounted and complimentary stays at Hyatt properties worldwide, free meals during shifts, and educational assistance, all of which contribute to a supportive and enriching work environment.

The Barback position represents more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of the Hyatt Touch—a commitment to exceptional performance and meaningful guest interactions. Candidates looking to join this vibrant, service-driven team are encouraged to embrace the dynamic hospitality industry at one of Austin’s leading lifestyle hotels. Hyatt encourages diversity and inclusion and offers equal consideration for employment to all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.