Barback (Full Time) - InterContinental Houston
We are hiring a bar back to join the team.
Position
Bar Back
Languages required
English
Venue type
Hotel
Working hours
Full Time
Contract type
Indefiinite
About us
As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.
Revel in modern design paired with unrivaled hospitality in the heart of the Texas Medical Center at the InterContinental Houston. Adjacent to the world’s largest medical center, our hotel provides easy access to the city's top attractions with METRORail, which is within walking distance of the property. Discover Houston's fine dining, renowned international arts, and famous Museum District. Stay with Confidence in the world's first hotel with the IVP Air Filtration System.
Your day to day
After a big meeting far away from home, or a long wait for a delayed flight, is there anyone more welcoming than a smiling Barback? As the friendly face of our hotel bars, you’ll also be a helpful host, a local expert, and a proud brand ambassador. Whether you’re delivering drinks exactly as our guests want or serving them delicious food, you’ll be devoted to creating relaxing, memorable experiences.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greet all guests and take beverage and food orders in a prompt and professional manner when required
- Assist Bartender in the preparation of garnishes and mixes.
- Stock bars with liquor, beer, wine, ice, and supplies by following established procedures.
- Receive customer payments and communicate to the cocktail servers and bartenders to continue the procedure as needed.
- Clean beverage equipment, glasses, and service areas; assist Bar Wait Staff and bartenders in clearing tables and cleaning lounge area.
- Pick up bartender’s food and cocktail servers when necessary.
- Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
- Perform side-work, and any other opening or closing duties as required. Ensure that wait staff stations are clean and maintained throughout shift.
- The opening and closure side work procedures will have the objective e of seating up the team for success.
- Clear and clean tables in a prompt and efficient manner. Clean and/or wipe down tables, chairs, walls, windows, mirrors, and floors as necessary.
- Prepare food and beverages for service to hotel guests and present food according to established health and presentation standards.
- Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest requests and complaints.
- Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.
- Alert Outlet Management of any service and/or safety issues. Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.
- Inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Inspect restaurant areas and product daily to ensure high quality food and food presentation and cleanliness
What we need from you
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year food service experience in a full service restaurant or similar setting. Some college experience preferred.
This job requires the ability to perform the following:
- Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Moving about the outlet(s) and climbing stairs.
- Handling objects and products
- Bending, stooping, kneeling
Other:
- Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with customers and employees
- Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork, scheduling, and giving and receiving instructions.
- Mathematical skills, including basic math, cash handling, are utilized frequently.
- Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often.
- Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
What we offer:
We’ll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits – including a uniform, great room discount and superb training. WE OFFER FREE PARKING & FREE MEALS WITH EACH SHIFT WORKED.
As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.
Revel in modern design paired with unrivaled hospitality in the heart of the Texas Medical Center at the InterContinental Houston. Adjacent to the world’s largest medical center, our hotel provides easy access to the city's top attractions with METRORail, which is within walking distance of the property. Discover Houston's fine dining, renowned international arts, and famous Museum District. Stay with Confidence in the world's first hotel with the IVP Air Filtration System.
Your day to day
After a big meeting far away from home, or a long wait for a delayed flight, is there anyone more welcoming than a smiling Barback? As the friendly face of our hotel bars, you’ll also be a helpful host, a local expert, and a proud brand ambassador. Whether you’re delivering drinks exactly as our guests want or serving them delicious food, you’ll be devoted to creating relaxing, memorable experiences.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greet all guests and take beverage and food orders in a prompt and professional manner when required
- Assist Bartender in the preparation of garnishes and mixes.
- Stock bars with liquor, beer, wine, ice, and supplies by following established procedures.
- Receive customer payments and communicate to the cocktail servers and bartenders to continue the procedure as needed.
- Clean beverage equipment, glasses, and service areas; assist Bar Wait Staff and bartenders in clearing tables and cleaning lounge area.
- Pick up bartender’s food and cocktail servers when necessary.
- Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
- Perform side-work, and any other opening or closing duties as required. Ensure that wait staff stations are clean and maintained throughout shift.
- The opening and closure side work procedures will have the objective e of seating up the team for success.
- Clear and clean tables in a prompt and efficient manner. Clean and/or wipe down tables, chairs, walls, windows, mirrors, and floors as necessary.
- Prepare food and beverages for service to hotel guests and present food according to established health and presentation standards.
- Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest requests and complaints.
- Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.
- Alert Outlet Management of any service and/or safety issues. Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.
- Inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Inspect restaurant areas and product daily to ensure high quality food and food presentation and cleanliness
What we need from you
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year food service experience in a full service restaurant or similar setting. Some college experience preferred.
This job requires the ability to perform the following:
- Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Moving about the outlet(s) and climbing stairs.
- Handling objects and products
- Bending, stooping, kneeling
Other:
- Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with customers and employees
- Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork, scheduling, and giving and receiving instructions.
- Mathematical skills, including basic math, cash handling, are utilized frequently.
- Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often.
- Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
What we offer:
We’ll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits – including a uniform, great room discount and superb training. WE OFFER FREE PARKING & FREE MEALS WITH EACH SHIFT WORKED.
InterContinental Houston - Medical Center
The towering 21-story InterContinental Houston – Medical Center is the newest full-service luxury hotel located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center.