RAO's Restaurant Barback

Miami, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

paid sick days

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job Description

Loews Miami Beach Hotel is a prestigious oceanfront resort situated in the vibrant South Beach area, renowned for its luxury accommodations and exceptional guest experiences. This reimagined resort features 790 recently renovated guestrooms and suites, offering stunning views and direct access to one of Miami's most beautiful beaches. The hotel boasts an oceanfront pool deck, the exclusive Sea Spa, six distinct restaurants and lounges, and over 65,000 square feet of versatile meeting and event space. As part of the renowned Loews Hotels & Co, a company founded in 1960, the Miami Beach location is a significant contributor to the brand's reputation for delivering iconic hospitality across the United States. Loews Hotels & Co operates a collection of hotels and resorts that emphasize diversity, inclusion, and fostering a sense of belonging among team members and guests alike.

The current opening at Loews Miami Beach Hotel is for the position of Barback, a critical role within the beverage service team that ensures smooth, efficient, and high-quality service at all bars on the property. The Barback's primary responsibility is to support both the Bartenders and Beverage Servers by maintaining well-stocked, clean service areas and ensuring that all beverage-related supplies are in place before and during events or daily operations. This role involves a hands-on approach to inventory management, from stocking mixers and glassware to assisting with monthly beverage inventories and storage organization.

A Barback at Loews Miami Beach Hotel is expected to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and customer service, assisting in the service of beverages and the transportation of food trays to and from the dining areas. This position plays a significant part in creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests by being polite, friendly, and proactive in meeting their needs, including upselling beverages to enhance the guest experience. The role also necessitates a physical component, including the ability to stand, stoop, bend, and lift items up to 50 pounds repeatedly. Working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential to meet the dynamic needs of the hospitality industry.

Joining the Loews team means becoming part of a culture that values growth, development, and diversity. Employees are encouraged to pursue continuous learning opportunities with access to training, career growth paths, and tuition reimbursement. The company fosters inclusion where every team member is respected and valued for their unique contributions and backgrounds. Compensation and benefits are competitive, including health and wellness options, 401(k) plans with company match, paid sick days, vacation, holidays, and special allowances like pet bereavement leave. The Barback position is perfect for someone seeking to grow their hospitality career within a respected and well-established hotel brand that prioritizes both guest satisfaction and employee wellbeing.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
one plus years of experience as a Barback in high volume, upscale hotel or free standing lounge environments
ability to stand, stoop, bend and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively during entire shift
ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
certified food service manager, TIPS or equivalent certification
effective communication and organizational skills
basic knowledge of wine, spirits and food
excellent guest service skills
ability to comply with hotel uniform and grooming standards.

Job Qualifications

Basic knowledge of wine and spirits and food
polite, friendly and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
exceptional guest service skills
certified food service manager, TIPS or equivalent certification
effective leadership, management, organizational and communication skills
ability to speak, read and write English
ability to stand, stoop and bend repetitively during entire shift
ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
high school diploma or equivalent
one plus years of experience as a Barback in high volume, upscale hotel or free standing lounge environments.

Job Duties

Assure all bars are kept in proper working conditions
provide all supplies needed for bar prior and during functions and events as per Beverage Supervisor and Captain requests
restock beverages after all functions
assist with monthly beverage inventory and organization of beverage storeroom
support Bartender and Beverage Server by stocking service areas and maintaining supplies during shifts
clean and stock all glassware
assist with service of beverages and transportation of food trays
clean all public areas
participate in monthly inventory
inspect and prepare all service ware prior to use
assist Server by removing soiled glasses and plates during large parties and heavy volume periods
maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions in lounge and service areas
assist in post shift clean up and side work duties
maintain clean and organized storage space
attend all training sessions and meetings
promote teamwork skills
notify appropriate individuals of problems or unusual matters
greet guests politely according to hotel standards
suggestively up-sell beverages
prepare mixers and garnishes prior and during shifts
set up bar service area with necessary glassware and supplies
monitor guest consumption to ensure safety
record guest orders accurately
perform closing duties and secure inventory
comply with hotel uniform and grooming standards
perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or managers.