GRUPO GITANO is thrilled to be hiring for its New York City location, with positions available starting around Mid-November.

Gitano is a global luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand with locations in NYC, Tulum, and Dubai.

GITANO, Spanish for gypsy, is inspired by the Yucatan Peninsula's natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, culinary traditions, colonial architecture, and bohemian spirit. GITANO started as a small mezcal bar & kitchen in the jungle of Tulum, Mexico at the end of 2013. Today we are exporting our gypsy disco, bohemian, jungle paradise around the world.

Live A Little. Be A Gypsy. Get Around. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of a Barback is to provide assistance to the bartenders in ensuring that the bar is properly stocked and prepared for service. This entails a range of duties, including but not limited to restocking supplies, maintaining and cleaning the bar area, and aiding in the preparation of drinks.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible for delivering excellent guest experience by supporting bartenders during service.

· Greets guests, serves water, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages and performs other steps of service as directed by a bartender.

· Interacts with the bar guests, fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality

· Anticipate and accommodate needs of the guests in a timely manner

· Responsible for keeping all liquor displays and shelving organized and maintaining par levels

· Keeps the bar clean, neat, organized, clear of debris or spills, and ready for service

· Ensures adequate stock behind the bar during service and communicates any needs to a bar attendant.

· Complies with the Department of Health and company sanitation standards.

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

· 1+ year of experience as a bar attendant, barback or runner.

· Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for food and hospitality.

· Experience serving both beverages and food.

· Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced environment.

· Basic knowledge of bar operations is preferred.

· Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

· Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.  

· Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. 

· Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 – 30 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on a regular (or occasional basis).  

· Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.  

· Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property.  Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.  

· Climbing steps regularly. 

The base pay range for this position is paid a minimum wage and a tip credit is taken when applicable. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.