Barback, Stories on High - Hilton Columbus Downtown

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.75 - $15.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

worldwide travel discounts
DailyPay
Free parking
Discounted bus pass
shift meals
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Hilton Columbus Downtown is a premier full-service hotel located in the vibrant Short North Arts District of Columbus, Ohio. Connected directly to the Greater Columbus Convention Center, this impressive hotel features two expansive towers comprising 1,000 guest rooms and offering 75,000 square feet of versatile event space. Guests and visitors at Hilton Columbus Downtown enjoy multiple unique dining experiences and a commitment to exceptional service, making it an award-winning property. As a flagship Hilton property, it represents the trusted Hilton brand known worldwide for consistent quality, innovation, and a dedication to hospitality excellence. Hilton as a global hospitality leader has been serving travelers and guests since 1919, continuously evolving to offer the highest standards of comfort, luxury, and personalized care.

At Hilton Columbus Downtown, the Stories on High team is currently seeking a full-time Barback to join their dynamic staff. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute creatively within a fast-paced and team-oriented environment where passion for hospitality is paramount. As a Barback, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and financial profitability of the hotel’s bars, which are integral to the overall guest experience. This position involves preparing and servicing both permanent and portable bar stations to meet Hilton’s renowned standards. You will be the essential support behind skilled bartenders, managing inventory, maintaining stocking levels, and ensuring all areas meet cleanliness and safety codes.

The Barback position at Hilton Columbus Downtown is more than just maintaining stock; it’s about contributing to memorable moments for guests by ensuring that the bar environment is consistently ready and well-maintained. Your responsibilities will include everything from retrieving and reconciling orders from storerooms, preparing fresh garnishes, assisting with bar stock, transporting and maintaining beer kegs, and upholding hygiene standards across all related areas. This role requires vigilance, high standards of efficiency, and excellent teamwork. Hilton values qualities such as hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and urgency—all traits that form the core of the Stories on High team's culture.

Working at Hilton offers unparalleled benefits including worldwide travel discounts, DailyPay accessibility, free parking or discounted bus passes, shift meals, and paid time off starting from your first day. Joining Hilton Columbus Downtown means aligning with a global leader dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering an inspiring work environment where every team member’s contributions are valued. If you are passionate about hospitality, thrive in a collaborative setting, and seek a rewarding career path with growth opportunities in the hospitality industry, this Barback role is an excellent fit for you.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy items
  • Capable of standing for extended periods
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Ability to work in a team environment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in hospitality or bar related position preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of bar operations and safety standards
  • Attention to detail and dependability

Job Duties

  • Retrieve orders from storeroom, visually check stock and reconcile with written requisitions to ensure order accuracy and re-check stock upon delivery
  • Prepare the bar by cutting, slicing and peeling perishable garnishes and fruits, mixing and pouring juices and storing back-up supplies in prescribed containers
  • Check with and assist the bartender to stock and maintain the bar to include, but not limited to, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, glassware, ice and produce
  • Transport taps and replace and perform routine maintenance on beer kegs
  • Maintain cleanliness of bar area, beer lockers, refrigerators and storage areas in accordance with federal, state, local and company codes

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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