Part-time Barback

The Observatory Sun Valley, A Viceroy Resort•Ketchum, ID
•Onsite

About The Position

The Barback supports bar operations by maintaining cleanliness, organization, stock levels, and operational readiness throughout assigned food and beverage outlets. The role assists bartenders and service teams in delivering strong guest experiences and efficient service in accordance with Viceroy standards. Barbacks may support the resort’s restaurant, lounge, pool, banquet, and special event operations, with assignments and schedules adapting to business demands. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.

Requirements

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact professionally with guests and team members.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to maintain a positive, professional, service-oriented demeanor.
  • Ability to work efficiently while maintaining cleanliness and operational standards.
  • Ability to stand and move throughout the entire shift.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and frequently move up to 20 pounds.
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts based on operational demands.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in guest and operational matters.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous barback, restaurant, hotel, resort, or hospitality experience.
  • Previous high-volume or multi-outlet food and beverage experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Provide attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous service to guests, managers, and fellow employees.
  • Stock bar areas with beverages, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and operational supplies.
  • Request, retrieve, verify, organize, and store bar requisitions and deliveries.
  • Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of bar and service areas throughout the shift.
  • Assist bartenders with operational support to ensure efficient service flow.
  • Clear glassware, remove trash, restock supplies, and maintain presentation standards in assigned outlets.
  • Develop and maintain working knowledge of beverage offerings, menu items, and outlet operations.
  • Complete opening, closing, side work, and operational checklists according to department standards.
  • Operate and maintain bar equipment, tools, and service areas safely and efficiently.
  • Follow food safety, sanitation, safety, and responsible alcohol service procedures.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to guest requests and operational needs.
  • Support banquet, pool, lounge, restaurant, and special event operations as business demands require.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of storage areas, coolers, and back-of-house beverage spaces.
  • Communicate and work as part of the team to support food and beverage operations.
  • Attend required meetings, trainings, and departmental lineups.
  • Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, professional appearance, and grooming standards.
  • Support guest satisfaction through professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • The listed benefits do not apply to part-time positions.
  • Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance are listed for full-time associates.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions is listed for full-time associates.
  • Paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick leave are listed for full-time associates.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Educational opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
  • Paid jury duty, personal, medical, and military leave in accordance with applicable law.
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