About our Company

We Make Hotels. Sydell Group builds and operates unique properties that are a reflection of their neighborhoods, a celebration of architecture and design, and a gathering place for visitors from near and far. Our hotels are collaborations among exceptional talent from the creative, culinary, and retail worlds, and our goal is to create travel experiences that offer inspiration and a sense of connection to our respective cities. Sydell Group's diverse portfolio of award-winning hotels include NoMad New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas; The LINE LA, DC and Austin; Freehand Miami, Chicago, LA and New York; The Ned, London and Park MGM, Las Vegas; as well as the forthcoming NoMad London and LINE San Francisco.

We are looking for a part-time (20-30 hours) bar prep person.

A qualified candidate would have proper knife handling skills, food prep experience, ability to read and execute recipes, and a general knowledge of ingredients.

This is for BAR prep, so it will include making batches, cutting garnishes, making syrups, and juicing. A strong attention to detail and cleanliness are essential attributes for this position.

Responsibilities

Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times

Establish and maintain good communication and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel

Prepare all food and beverage items following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits

Prep assigned items according to the Master Prep Lists and par levels set by management nightly

Communicates with Beverage Director about low stock, orders needed for the next day and any complications from the day/night shift

Properly measure and assemble ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes

Use scale to ensure proper portioning of food items

Minimize waste of products

Accept or reject ingredients based on quality and quantity

Clean, organize and maintain walk-in refrigerator, prep, dry storage area, and liquor room

Maintain prep/kitchen area in a clean, sanitary and safe manner

Rotate product according to “First In, First Out” to maintain shelf-life standards and able and Date all products

Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards

Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques

Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item

Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested

Core Competencies

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Two (2) years prep experience in hospitality or service industry preferred

Strong communication skills

Collaborative spirit

Ethical Conduct

Positive Attitude

Eye for Detail

Problem solving abilities

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive wages and benefits while fostering a diverse and inclusive work experience.

We thrive in being a diverse work environment. Consideration for employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

About our Brand

Freehand exists for a new generation of urban explorers who seek a deeper connection to the places they visit and a community of likeminded travelers. A mix of private and European-style shared accommodations, comfortable and inspiring public spaces and celebrated food and beverage programs offer a unique home to those traveling alone or together on any budget. At the heart of each Freehand is a passion for connecting guests to the magic that defines their respective cities through a vibrant calendar of events showcasing emerging local creative talent.