The Pool Club Barback

Virgin Hotels Central Services LLC • Nashville, TN

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The company believes in creating a positive experience for both guests and teammates, fostering an environment where everyone learns and has fun. They hire unique individuals who collaborate to deliver exceptional guest experiences, recognizing that every team member contributes to the hotel's overall success. This role is ideal for an aspiring bartender who enjoys working behind the bar and is still developing their mixology skills. The Barback will support the beverage operation by timely bussing and resetting the bar, running food and beverage items, and interacting politely and responsively with guests and teammates, including providing basic menu descriptions. The mission emphasizes communication, coordination, teamwork, and having fun to create memorable guest experiences.

Requirements

• Lift and carry 50 lbs, carry and balance plates, carry kegs, wine and beer cases as necessary
• Experience working in a high-volume craft cocktail bar
• Working knowledge of batching systems
• Familiar with units of measurements and proper stocking procedures
• Stand for periods of 8-10 hours
• Must enjoy being around and working with people
• Work with others like a rock star, while keeping the guests and teammates the focus
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written English
• Comply with all safety and health department procedures as well as all state and federal laws
• Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per hotel standards
• Bend, squat and stretch in areas of limited space to perform cleaning, organization and other duties
• Adhere to hotel policies including but not limited to attendance, safety, behavior
• Current, legal and unrestricted ability to work in the United States
• High school or equivalent education required.
• Food Service Handler Card and TIPS certification that is currently valid for a minimum of at least 6 months

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years’ experience in a full service restaurant or lounge preferred

Responsibilities

• Support bartenders as directed with pre-shift prep, post-shift close, and in-shift maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic and organized work environment including stocking of supplies, washing and polishing glassware, folding napkins, cleaning menus, sanitizing tables, etc.
• Stock the bar as necessary in accordance with company guidelines regarding liquor requisition
• Explain basic details of food dishes and beverages at time of delivery to guests
• Prepare basic non-alcoholic beverages such as water, coffee, tea, etc.
• Be an expert in the organization of the bar and where things are in the building as a whole

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees