Barback - HALL Arts Hotel

Why Work at HALL Arts Hotel?

At HALL Arts Hotel, we celebrate art, culture, and luxury in the heart of Dallas’ Arts District. Featuring sophisticated design, curated art collections, and refined accommodations, our hotel is a sanctuary for creativity and hospitality excellence. Curators at HALL Arts thrive in a high‑end, inspiring environment, where exceptional service and artistic expression go hand in hand.

Position Summary

The Barback is the Bartender’s right hand. Barbacks must be acutely in tune to the flow of service within their station and know where in the cycle each table falls. The Barback welcomes and accommodates guests’ needs and is responsible for set‑up, service, and clean‑up of appropriate service items according to company standards and safety and sanitation policies. Must be in constant communication with the bartender, be a graceful presence at the bar, and have an eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist Bartenders, Servers and Hosts in properly serving food and beverages when requested.
• Clear, clean, and reset the bar at the appropriate time, adhering to company and sanitation standards to ensure readiness for the next guest.
• Crumb tables as directed by the Server.
• Transport dirty tableware from the dining room to the dish‑drop area and sort accordingly.
• Maintain stock and cleanliness of the bar for all meal periods; wipe down bar and chairs, move tables and chairs, and clean floors as necessary.
• Keep the bar organized and fully stocked each shift.
• Ensure the bar is stocked and visually appealing.
• Respond immediately and graciously to guest service issues and report them to the appropriate Server or Manager on Duty.
• Maintain an acceptable appearance for the station and surrounding area.
• Perform special cleaning projects (e.g., dusting, polishing, scrubbing walls) as determined by weekly needs.
• Complete additional tasks and responsibilities assigned at the discretion of the Manager.
• Maintain communication and teamwork with all co‑workers and supervisors.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner, aware that all actions and communications are within guest view.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to think and communicate clearly in high‑pressure situations.
• Ability to move quickly and gracefully throughout the dining room.
• Growing knowledge of the restaurant’s menu, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of all glassware types.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual in a complete uniform for any scheduled shift.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation practices.
• Familiarity with computer operations and ordering procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, co‑workers, and supervisors.
• Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly (service procedures, menus, dining‑room floor plan, register operation).
• Ability to maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk and stand throughout an eight‑hour shift.
• Ability to lift, balance, and carry large, oval dining‑room service trays.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move up to 40 lb.
• Required personal protective equipment: closed‑toe, non‑canvas, non‑skid‑soled shoes.