Banquet Barback

Summary of Position:

The Banquet Barback is responsible for the initial preparation and servicing of all portable bars operating within the Banquet Operations department.

Essential Functions:

•  Supply bartender(s) with liquor, mixers, etc. from liquor room and log on “liquor-out” sheets with Beverage Manager.
• Cut, Slice and peel perishable garnishes and fruits.
•  Mix and pour juices in sufficient amounts according to projected business.
• Store back-up supplies needing refrigeration in prescribed containers for later use.
• Maintain cleanliness of barback areas (i.e. sink, cooler, supply storeroom and office).
• Check with and assist bartender(s) in maintaining adequate amounts of supplies (i.e. stir sticks, napkins, matches, etc.).
• Communicate with Beverage Manager to ensure low supplies are ordered in a timely manner.
• Supply bartender(s) with clean glassware and ice.
• Assist bartender(s) with breaks (i.e. bathroom)
• Help with breaking down bars, making sure each bartender has a cart on which to load liquor and mixers, for transport back to the storage area.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by management (i.e., opening adequate amounts of dinner wine).
• Adhere to all state, federal and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests to ensure all laws are being followed

Qualifications:

Education: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Experience: No prior experience required, prior bar experience preferred.

Certificates or Licenses: Maricopa County food handlers card/certification and Arizona Title IV alcohol certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Arizona Grand Resort believes that each guest should be treated with respect and professionalism. Individuals must possess and demonstrate the ability to interact with all guests, internal and external, effectively with tact and diplomacy in line with Arizona Grand Resort’s service standards.
• Must be knowledgeable in preparation and service of alcoholic beverages.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to ensure proper delivery amounts and understand portion sizes.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use a knife, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, tap kegs and extend arms over head to stock items.
• Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from guests and communicate simple instructions.
• Ability to grasp, bend, lift and/or carry or otherwise move, push a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 300lbs at a continuous schedule

Personal Characteristics:

• Behaves ethically
•  Communicates effectively: Speaks and listens in a clear, thorough, and timely manner.
•  Professional Appearance: Exhibits an appearance appropriate for a four diamond resort (Specific grooming standards are available for review).