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Zuma - Vail
Barback
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What they do
A Bartender mixes and prepares cocktails and serves drinks to customers. Works with other wait staff in a bar or restaurant; checks to be sure that customers are legal drinking age. May work at private parties.
$30,096 / year median in Colorado
+9% projected growth
Job Description
As a Zuma Barback, you are responsible for supporting the bar team to ensure the smooth operation of our bar service. Your primary responsibility will be to assist with various tasks behind the bar, including stocking supplies, preparing garnishes, and maintaining cleanliness, to help deliver exceptional service and create memorable experiences for our guests. The compensation is $12.14 per hour plus tips. Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. Our global collection includes four venues across North America's most iconic cities: Miami, New York, Las Vegas, and Boston. Our venues are icons in each of their hospitality landscapes, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and to elevating our guest experiences. Zuma in proud to be part of the Azumi collection. Life at Zuma At Zuma, we're more than a restaurant
- we're a vibrant community fuelled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values: Honor the Mastery
- we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection
- putting pride in everything we do Do Unto Others
- we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness Embrace the Energy
- we bring passion and positivity to everything we do Main Duties Your key responsibilities will include: Assist bartenders in setting up and breaking down the bar area before and after service, including arranging bottles, glassware, and bar tools, and ensuring that all necessary supplies are readily available Stock and replenish bar inventory, including liquor, mixers, garnishes, and other supplies, to ensure that bartenders have everything they need to prepare drinks efficiently and accurately Prepare garnishes, such as citrus wedges, olives, and herbs, according to established recipes and standards, ensuring that they are fresh, attractive, and ready for use during service Monitor and manage the supply of ice, ensuring that ice bins are filled and ice machines are functioning properly, to support the efficient preparation and service of drinks Provide support to bartenders during service, including fetching and carrying items, clearing empty glasses and bottles, and assisting with guest requests, to help ensure smooth and efficient operations What We Look For Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following: A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine Proven experience as Host or a similar role in a luxury high-volume restaurant A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences Previous experience as a Barback in a high-volume bar or restaurant preferred Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required Benefits We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.