Barback - Full-time

Olympia Hospitality is a dedicated and values-driven hospitality company known for fostering a fun, supportive, and growth-oriented environment. More than just a workplace, Olympia Hospitality prides itself on being a community where teamwork and collaboration are paramount. The organization places a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, accountability, concern for others, and trust, which are the core values guiding their operations and employee engagement. This culture not only empowers employees but also inspires them to deliver exceptional service to guests, ensuring memorable experiences that encourage customer loyalty and positive word-of-mouth. Olympia Hospitality is recognized for its commitment to supporting its team members both professionally and personally, making it an attractive employer in the hospitality sector. The company offers a career path where employees can thrive, develop new skills, and be recognized for their contributions in a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. The role of the Bar Back at Olympia Hospitality is pivotal in supporting the efficient and smooth running of bar operations. This role involves preparing the bar for service by ensuring that it is well-stocked with bottles, beverages, ice, and all necessary supplies. Maintaining cleanliness is another key responsibility, including washing and restocking barware and glasses and removing used items promptly. A Bar Back works diligently behind the scenes to support bartenders, ensuring they have what they need to provide excellent customer service. This position requires someone who can work efficiently under pressure, demonstrating attention to detail while maintaining composure. Providing outstanding guest service with a friendly attitude is essential to contribute positively to the overall guest experience and help foster repeat business. In addition to operational duties, the Bar Back at Olympia Hospitality plays an important role in upholding safety standards by using appropriate cleaning compounds and chemicals carefully. The job is physically demanding, requiring extended periods of walking, standing, bending, lifting, twisting, and kneeling. This essential role ensures every shift ends with the bar clean and restocked, ready for the next service period. Ideal candidates for this position are those with previous bar or hospitality experience and are preferably TIPS certified. Olympia Hospitality values its employees highly and demonstrates this through a comprehensive benefits package. Employees receive substantial health coverage contributions, including affordable dental and vision insurance, along with flexible spending and health savings account options. For financial security, a 401K retirement plan with a discretionary yearly match is offered. Additionally, paid group term life insurance, shared-cost short-term disability, and optional additional life insurance policies provide peace of mind. Work-life balance is supported with a robust paid time off plan and seven paid holidays. The company also offers unique perks like earned wage access programs, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a sober support network, and exclusive hotel travel discounts. Olympia Hospitality is committed to being a recovery-friendly workplace and providing support for employees' well-being in every aspect. Overall, joining Olympia Hospitality as a Bar Back means becoming part of a family-first organization that prioritizes your health, professional growth, and overall satisfaction. It is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced hospitality environment with a caring and inclusive team, where your contributions are valued, and where you can build a meaningful career. If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy delivering excellent customer service, and are ready to take on a physically engaging role, becoming a Bar Back at Olympia Hospitality is a rewarding career choice that puts your well-being first and offers numerous opportunities for advancement and personal development.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• previous experience in bar or hospitality setting preferred
• TIPS certification preferred
• ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• physical capability to lift, bend, twist and kneel
• ability to work under pressure
• strong communication skills
• willingness to adhere to safety and cleanliness standards