Job Description - Barback

Description

As a Seasonal Barback at the Mount Nelson, you will drive excellence to all guests, while crafting lasting experiences, orchestrated by the attentive, knowledgeable, and approachable staff. If you’re looking to develop your skills and be part of the future of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

  • Keeping the bar clean by wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping, removing dirty glassware, scrubbing coolers and storage areas, and emptying the trash bins.
  • Restocking the bar of all basic supplies (napkins, straws, glassware, garnishes, and all other necessities).
  • Assist with the setting up and replenishing of bar snacks, napkins, toothpicks, and other counter items.
  • Ensuring the bar is well stocked with ice, liquor, wine etc.
  • Assist with ensuring the correct storage, handling, and inventory of all items of stock and equipment.
  • Taking on additional duties as and when required, to support the Bartender to ensure that the bar operates smoothly.
  • Prepare tables for set up and closing by setting and resetting linens, silverware, glasses, condiments, and cushions throughout service.
  • Check dishes and kitchenware for cleanliness and presentation and report any problems.
  • Ensure adherence to service and clearance procedures.
  • Complete all daily duties as set out in departmental duties and requirements.
  • Ensure that the dining and or bar area, waitron stations, back of house preparation areas and all equipment such as tables, chairs, linen, crockery, cutlery, glassware, and utensils etc. are always clean.
  • Assist with setting up and work at special functions and events.
  • Assist with rooming guests and luggage duties as and when required.


Requirements

What You Bring:

  • Experience providing exceptional customer service, handling food and beverages, and working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Friendly and attentive demeanor; ability to answer questions, provide recommendations, and ensure a positive dining experience for guests.
  • Strong communications skills to interact with guests, take orders accurately and communication with the kitchen and other staff members.


Benefits

What We Offer:

At Mount Nelson, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

 

  • Competitive basic salary and benefits
  • Loyalty and recognition rewards programs
  • Employee Assistance & Wellness programs  

  

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other. 

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About the Company

Belmond Ltd

It all began in 1976, when we received the keys to the legendary Hotel Cipriani in Venice. A year later we began collecting the carriages for the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, which launched in 1982 to whisk intrepid travellers to La Serenissima in style. Belmond joined LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vui...

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