- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About Dorchester Collection
Dorchester Collection operates hotels including The Dorchester in London, Hôtel Plaza Athénée and Le Meurice in Paris, and The Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles County. Its properties hire across rooms, restaurants, kitchens, engineering and guest services.
The Barback supports bartenders and bar waiters at Bar 45, 45 Park Lane, with service preparation, mise-en-place, stock and workspace standards, and guest requests. This permanent, full-time role suits someone beginning a career in luxury hospitality and offers development through an award-winning learning academy.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support bar setup before service, preparing tools, garnishes, glassware and beverages to the required standard.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the bar and pantry throughout the day, keeping workspaces safe, hygienic and guest-ready.
- Prepare daily cocktail garnishes, fruit and ice, and assist bartenders with mise-en-place to support timely drinks service.
- Develop working knowledge of food and drinks menus to assist the team and respond to guest enquiries when required.
- Respond flexibly to special guest requests and support the team with a calm, solutions-focused approach as service needs change.
- Work closely with bartenders and bar waiters to contribute to Bar 45’s service and atmosphere.
Qualifications
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail, particularly in maintaining cleanliness and organisation.
- Proactive, dependable approach and readiness to support the team without being asked.
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn in a busy, dynamic setting.
- Basic knowledge of hygiene and safety standards in food and beverage environments.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holiday periods.
- Comfort communicating in English with guests and colleagues.
- Preferred: previous experience in a bar, restaurant or luxury hospitality support role.
- Preferred: familiarity with basic bar tools, equipment and beverage stock rotation.
- Preferred: awareness of cocktail garnishes, ice preparation and bar mise-en-place.
- Preferred: passion for mixology or bar culture, or desire to develop into a bartender role.
- Preferred: knowledge of five-star service environments and guest expectations.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in a bar, restaurant or luxury hospitality support role is preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
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Benefits
Annual complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection hotels; discounts at its hotels and at high street and online shops; enrolment from day one in the Royal London Private Pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution; seasonal ticket loan; rental deposit scheme; private financial advice; eye care vouchers; access to apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5; social events; £1,000 referral bonus; immediate well-being advice.
Culture
Each hotel has its own kitchens, service teams and history. In Paris, for example, a sommelier at Le Relais Plaza works at Hôtel Plaza Athénée, while the pastry team at Le Meurice prepares work for a different house.
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