Barback – Grand Gardner Hotel
About The Position
Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking dependable and energetic hospitality professionals to join the opening team of the new Grand Gardner Hotel as a Barback. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in Downtown Valparaiso, IN. Urschel Development is a fully owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories located in Chesterton, Indiana. This independent boutique hotel is located on a quiet, tree-lined street just steps away from downtown Valparaiso. Designed to feel welcoming to both guests and employees, it features 58 rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquets space and inviting shared spaces. This is a place built on teamwork, hands-on training, and growth. Employees are encouraged to learn, share ideas, and take pride in creating great guest experiences, all while being part of a supportive, close-knit team.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to anticipate operational needs while working efficiently alongside bartenders and other Food & Beverage team members.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to move full kegs and beverage cases
- Ability to push loaded carts
- Ability to remain standing and walking for extended periods
Nice To Haves
- Previous restaurant, bar, or hospitality experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Supporting bartenders and maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar environment to ensure efficient operations and exceptional guest service.
- Assisting with stocking liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and ice, while ensuring all bar stations remain prepared for service throughout each shift.
- Supporting inventory organization, assisting with beverage deliveries, changing kegs, removing trash and recyclables, and helping maintain cleanliness in all bar and storage areas.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
- Accrued Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Free Life Insurance
- Hotel stay and on-property dining discounts
- Flexible scheduling whenever possible
- Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers @ Urschel’s Chesterton Facility
- Professional Development Support
- Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
