Barback - Strawfire

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is looking for a Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Barback to join our Restaurants, Bars & Experiences team. We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional and join a team that succeeds together with integrity, respect, and a growth mindset.

Mandarin Oriental is a globally recognized luxury hotel group, known for its award-winning properties and legendary service inspired by Asian heritage. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi offers unparalleled Arabian luxury in a prime location.

This role is based within the Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Department, responsible for assisting the team in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the restaurant, providing prompt and professional service, and creating a memorable dining experience. The Barback reports to the Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Head Bartender.

Company Overview

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Having grown from its Asian roots into a global brand, the Group now operates 43 hotels, 12 residences and 23 exclusive homes in 26 countries and territories, with each property reflecting the Group’s oriental heritage, local culture and unique design. Mandarin Oriental has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development and is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

Mandarin Oriental’s aim is to be recognised widely as the best global luxury hotel group, providing 21st-century luxury with oriental charm in each of its hotels. This will be achieved by investing in the Group’s exceptional facilities and people while maximising profitability and long-term stakeholder value. The Group regularly receives recognition and awards for outstanding service and quality management. The Group's strategy is to open the hotels currently under development while continuing to seek further selective opportunities for expansion worldwide.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Not Specified
• Experience: 1 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Set-up the bar, including daily cleaning of all bar areas, equipment, dishwasher, stock up fridges and stations, and prepare mise en place prior to the start of each shift.
• Assist with stock count, ensuring the restaurant has adequate supplies for the shift, including crockery, glassware, cutlery, condiments, fresh fruit and herbs.
• During service, prepare hot drinks to the required standard, clean coffee machine and all hot drink equipment, replenish stations, and wash utensils, glassware and crockery after each use.
• Ensure the stations and the bar area are of utmost cleanliness throughout service.
• Assist in setting up the bar for any special or private events as per briefing.
• Attend to bar guests, providing feedback to Managers, ensuring every guest has received the brand experience and informing Managers should a guest not be content.

Requirements

• Previous Food & Beverage experience, preferably in a bar, restaurant, hotel, or luxury hospitality environment.
• Basic knowledge of bar operations, beverages, and service standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, and stock replenishment.
• Positive attitude, professional appearance, and strong teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.

Benefits

• Learning & Development programmes for various stages of your career.
• MOstay programme offering complimentary nights and attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Health & Colleague Wellness programmes and benefits.
• Retirement Plans offered depending on length of service and role.