PART TIME SEASONAL BARBACK | THE NEST

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Food & Beverage team as a Part Time Seasonal Barback The Nest at Thompson Seattle!

The Nest is one of the city’s most iconic rooftop bars, nestled atop the Thompson Seattle hotel. It offers unmatched panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains. To complement its show-stopping vantage point, The Nest offers an unforgettable experience with tantalizing bites and refreshing libations made with seasonal ingredients highlighting the Pacific Northwest. It also offers experiences beyond those of your standard downtown bars from intimate tastings to DJ's spinning vinyl under the stars and everything in between. The Nest is the place to see and be seen!

We’re seeking a dedicated Barback who is eager to support our bar team in creating an exceptional beverage experience at The Nest. In this fast-paced, collaborative environment, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless service by maintaining clean and organized bar areas, restocking supplies, assisting bartenders in preparing drinks, and responding quickly to any needs that arise during service. Your keen attention to detail, ability to anticipate the needs of both bartenders and guests, and commitment to efficiency will enhance the overall guest experience. You’ll be instrumental in helping our guests enjoy their time at the bar, contributing to The Nest’s reputation for top-tier hospitality. Your reliability and proactive approach will help create smooth, memorable experiences for every guest.

Thompson Seattle considers the season to be from May to September, though this may vary.

Thompson is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Join us at our upcoming JOB FAIR for an exciting opportunity to meet with hiring managers on-site for on-the-spot interviews and potential job offers! We’re hosting the following events:

• 3/10: 10:00am – 2:00pm at The Nest
• 3/11: 2:00pm – 6:00pm at Flybaby
• 4/6: 2:00pm – 6:00pm at Flybaby
• 4/7: 10:00am – 2:00pm at The Nest

Don’t miss out on your chance to secure a new role!

Benefits available with this position include:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (Full-Time) after 30 days of employment
• 401k & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short term disability insurance
• New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Compassionate Leave
• Paid Time Off:

Thompson Seattle colleagues begin accruing Vacation Time on their first day of service. At six months of service, colleagues are vested in the time they have been accruing. Full Time & Part Time Colleagues are eligible for vacation time.

• Hire Date Through Four Years 10 Days or 80 hours
• Five to Nine Years 15 Days or 120 hours
• 10 years or greater 20 Days or 160 hours
• Sick Leave:
• Full time, part time and on-call colleagues accrue and have the right to utilize sick and safe time according to Seattle s Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. As a Tier Three employer all colleagues accrue one (1) hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked starting on their hire date, however, these colleagues cannot use their accrued sick time until they have completed 90-days of employment with Hyatt
• Extended Illness Days: unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year
• Holiday Pay:
• Full-time colleagues are eligible for holiday pay on their first day of employment. The paid holidays for eligible colleagues recognized by our hotel are: New Year s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and 2 pre-approved days for Floating Holidays.

Additional perks may include:

• Colleague Discounted Rates as of the 1st day of employment
• Complimentary Room Nights for full-time and part-time positions after 90 days of employment
• Flexible Spending Account
• Subsidized ORCA Pass or free parking
• Tuition Reimbursement of $1,000.00 per calendar year
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning of Uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Wage Information: This position receives service charge and additional gratuity per the guests discretion.

Hourly role: The hourly rate for this position starts at $18.00

Hourly roles with five-year rates: The hourly starting rate for this position is $18.00. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who remain in the position for five years, which is an additional $0.50

Hourly roles with seven-year rates: The hourly starting rate for this position is $18.00. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who remain in the position for seven years, which is an additional $0.75

Hourly roles with ten-year rates: The hourly starting rate for this position is $18.00. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who remain in the position for ten years, which is an additional $1.00

Pay ranges are listed on each job posting individually.

Qualifications:

• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Refined verbal communication skills.
• Must have physical stamina to lift moderate amounts of weight.
• MAST (Mandatory Alcohol Server Training) Certification required.
• Previous bartending or barback experience at a luxury location preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team and anticipate the needs of bartenders and guests.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, organized bar environment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.