Bar Prep/Bar Back

Mainsail Lodging & Development•Fort Myers, FL

66d

About The Position

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so. The Prep/Bar Back will be responsible for ensuring exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance with the Bay Street Yard service standards and Mainsail Lodging & Development standards. The Bar Back will also be responsible for helping all other staff and operations to maintain a well-organized, clean, and well-stocked outlet. Friendly interactions with patrons will be required, but the focus will be on the support staff position. Required availability from 4pm-4am on Friday's and Saturdays. Operational hours on Sundays.

Requirements

High school diploma, equivalent, or higher
Previous hospitality experience
Minimum 1-year experience working in a restaurant or bar setting
Knowledge and experience with beer, wine, and liquor
Customer service experience
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Experience working on a team in a hospitality setting
Ability to use technology, e.g., computers, tablets, iPads, and POS
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
A sense of ownership in everything that you do
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Ability to bend
Ability to lift, pull 50 lbs
Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to work long hours as needed
Make sound judgments quickly
Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress toward deadlines
Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others
Manage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the community
Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
Ability to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations
Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary

Responsibilities

Provide service to bartenders in a timely manner
Prepare beverage garnishes and mixes
Ensure proper stocking and rotation of beer, liquor, wine, and consumable items
Clean glasses, utensils, tools, and other bar equipment
Run food from kitchen to bar and bar area to ensure guests receive their food in a timely manner
Provide guests with menu knowledge, including ingredients, preparation, and prices
Maintain opening and closing par levels for beer, wine, liquor, and consumables
Assist in the receiving and unloading of bar items. Ensure proper stocking
Maintain a clean and organized bar, cooler, and bar storage area
Other necessary duties as reasonably assigned by the manager

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision
HSA & Flexible Spending Account Options
Basic Life & Disability Plan Options
401K Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Jury Duty (May vary by state)
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
Free meal for all full-service hotel employees
All above-listed benefits except for Medical Insurance, Holiday Pay, Tuition Reimbursement