What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barback - Condado Vanderbilt Hotel position at The Condado Collection?
Overview
The Condado Collection is a collection of hospitality properties in Puerto Rico ranging from classic and modern luxury full-service hotels, to fine dining and entertainment.
The Condado Vanderbilt is the standard of excellence and luxury resort hotels in San Juan and The Caribbean. Originally built in 1919 and restored to its distinguished grandeur, offers unsurpassed cuisine, exquisite rooms and suites, and highly personalized service. We aim to create experiences and inspire journeys not only for our guests, but also our workforce. We are confident that our team members are the key in delivering passionate and authentic hospitality service. Let’s create a collection of memories together!
Responsibilities
Welcomes and acknowledges all guests according to company standards, anticipates and addresses guests’ service needs, and thanks guests with genuine appreciation.
Supports bartenders and ensures smooth operations during service.
Restocks the bar with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, ice, and other supplies throughout their shift.
Ensures that bartenders have everything they need to efficiently serve customers.
Keeps the bar area clean and organized.
Responsible for wiping down counters, cleaning glassware, emptying trash bins, and maintaining cleanliness in storage areas.
Responsible for cleaning spills and ensuring that the bar is presentable at all times.
Transports supplies to the bar set-up area.
Assists bartenders during busy periods by fetching ingredients, preparing garnishes, and helping to serve drinks.
Ensures that bar equipment, such as blenders, ice machines, and glassware are clean and in working order.
Adheres to all relevant health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
Anticipates and communicates replenishment needs.
Secures liquor, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.
Completes closing duties.
Prepares a daily purchasing list to maintain a healthy inventory level as directed by the supervisor.
Ensures uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintains confidentiality of proprietary information, and protects company assets.
Follows all company safety and security policies and procedures; reports accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the supervisor; and completes safety training and certifications.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others, supports the team to reach common goals, listens and responds appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
Ensures adherence to quality expectations and standards.
Performs other duties as assigned by the manager.
Qualifications
- Hospitality oriented
- Previous experience in a similar position within a comparable restaurant environment.
- Able to handle difficult situations effectively
- Able to work quickly and efficiently, especially under pressure
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Fully Bilingual (Spanish and English)
The Condado Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
