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Bar Back-March 2024
Amsterdam
Mar 28, 2026
About Bar Back

  Job Number 24011518

  Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary

  Location W Amsterdam, Spuistraat 175, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Netherlands

  Schedule Full-Time

  Located Remotely? N

  Relocation? N

  Position Type Non-Management

  POSITION SUMMARY

  Complete opening and closing duties including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all equipment and areas, locking doors, etc. Check with captain or supervisor before leaving at end of shift. Set up, stock, and maintain work areas. Stock ice, glassware, and paper supplies. Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables. Maintain cleanliness and condition of work areas, bar, bar unit, tables, and other tools, following all set-up guidelines.

  Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

  CRITICAL TASKS

  Safety and Security

  Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.

  Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.

  Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.

  Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.

  Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.

  Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.

  Policies and Procedures

  Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.

  Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.

  Follow company and department policies and procedures.

  Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.

  Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.

  Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

  Guest Relations

  Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.

  Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.

  Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.

  Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.

  Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones).

  Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.

  Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.

  Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.

  Communication

  Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.

  Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.

  Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.

  Working with Others

  Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.

  Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

  Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.

  Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

  Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.Physical Tasks

  Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).

  Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.

  Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.

  Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

  Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.

  Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps.

  Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

  General Food and Beverage Services

  Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures.

  Notify management of maintenance repairs issues.

  Report any employee, guest, and/or vendor incidents and accidents to management and Loss Prevention at the time of the incident and/or accident.

  Follow appropriate procedures for serving alcohol (e.g., TIPs (Training for Intervention Procedures), CARE (Control Alcohol Risks Effectively)).

  Assist your and other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to guests.

  Closing

  Complete closing duties, including storing all reusable goods, breaking down goods, cleaning all equipment and areas, returning equipment to proper locations, locking refrigerators, restocking items, turning off lights, locking doors, and completing daily cleaning checklist.

  Check with captain or supervisor before leaving at end of shift.

  Beverage/Coffee Cart

  Set up, stock, and maintain work areas.CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

  Interpersonal Skills

  Team Work

  Diversity Relations

  Customer Service Orientation

  Interpersonal Skills

  Communications

  ListeningPersonal Attributes

  Dependability

  Integrity

  Presentation

  Positive Demeanor

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  Education High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent

  Related Work Experience No related work experience is required

  Supervisory Experience No supervisory experience is required

  W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.

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