Seasonal Barback

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $1.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Competitive wages
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k Company Match
Daily Pay
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Travel Discounts
Commuter Transit Benefits
Commuter parking benefits
Wellness Program
Educational development
Referral Bonus Program

Job Description

HHM Hotels is a distinguished company recognized for providing exceptional hospitality services with a strong commitment to luxury, lifestyle, and guest satisfaction. This property is part of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels, which prides itself on delivering an outstanding and memorable guest experience through a team that values professionalism, service excellence, and sustainability practices. HHM Hotels emphasizes fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for both employees and guests, upholding diversity and equal opportunity policies with zero tolerance for discrimination. As an employer, HHM Hotels offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development, reflecting their dedication to supporting their workforce throughout their careers.

The seasonal Barback opportunity at HHM Hotels is central to supporting bar operations by preparing and servicing bars in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards. This role serves as a key foundational position within the food and beverage department, designed to ensure smooth service flow and uphold the hotel's reputation for excellence. A Barback's responsibilities encompass a variety of practical and customer-oriented tasks, including greeting guests, managing inventory accuracy, preparing garnishes, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and collaborating closely with bartenders. This position offers a clear growth path within the hotels' food and beverage operations, with progression opportunities from Food Runner to Server and ultimately Bartender, creating a well-defined career trajectory for motivated individuals passionate about hospitality.

The role demands a proactive approach to maintaining stock levels, checking deliveries against requisitions, handling perishable items properly, and ensuring all bar service areas comply with health and safety standards. Barbacks also contribute to sustainability efforts through adherence to the hotel's EarthView program practices, demonstrating HHM Hotels' commitment to environmental stewardship. Physical demands include standing for extended periods, walking, lifting, and performing various movements essential to supporting seamless bar service. HHM Hotels fosters a work environment that values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement, offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k company match; and wellness programs among others. The seasonal aspect of this position highlights flexibility and dynamism, catering to peak service periods while promoting employee growth and guest satisfaction in a luxury hotel setting.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Customer service experience or restaurant experience a plus

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Customer service experience or restaurant experience a plus

Job Duties

  • Greet and acknowledge guests when performing barback related functions
  • Retrieve orders from storeroom
  • visually check stock received against written requisition with storeroom personnel to ensure order is accurate
  • Upon delivery to the bar, re-check items with bartender for completeness
  • Cut, slice and peel perishable garnishes and fruits, and mix and pour juices in sufficient amounts according to projected business
  • Store back-up supplies needing refrigeration in prescribed containers for later use
  • Check and assist bartender in maintaining adequate amounts of supplies, i.e., stir sticks, napkins, matches, etc., for both the immediate bar and extended service area
  • Maintain cleanliness of bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration, and storage areas to comply with health code standards
  • Scoop ice from ice bins, transport to service areas and replenish ice containers for usage
  • Box and save empty liquor bottles as they accumulate for later returns and requisitions
  • Transport and replace taps and perform routine maintenance requirements for beer kegs
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards
  • Perform other duties as requested by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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