Description

Reports To: F&B Outlets/Restaurant Manager; Bar/Beverage Manager; Director of F&B

Supervises: N/A

Job Purpose: The bar back assists lounge and bar operations. The Barback provides assistance to bartenders by maintaining the outlet’s supply levels for glassware, mixers, ice, beverage and other needed supplies. The Barback assists with equipment clearing, ware washing, and guest service, as needed. 

Job Responsibilities:

1. Prepare bar for service, inventorying and restocking needed glassware, ice, disposable supplies, and other items.
2. Assists with maintaining a perpetual inventory, including the retrieval of ordered/requisitioned items, unboxing/storage of products, securing and storage of empty bottles, etc.
3. Assists the beverage manager/bar chef with the production of craft syrups, gastriques, bitters, pickles, juices, etc.
4. Replenishing supplies during service, including beer, wine, liquor, dry snacks, juices, glassware, ice, and other items as needed.
5. Changes beer kegs and retrieves specialty wines/spirits from remote and secure storage locations.
6. Assists with clearing, cleaning, sanitizing bar surface between guests.
7. Assists with serving guests, as needed.
8. Provides ware washing and transportation of equipment to keep bar stocked during operation.
9. Cleans and breaks-down bar at the conclusion of service.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Job Skills:

1. Strong service communication skills (Verbal & written) to assist both guests and team.
2. Ability to read, comprehend, and explain information from menus and food orders.
3. Ability to utilize kitchen equipment safely and properly, including blenders, coffee brewers, juicer, etc.
4. Ability to understand spatial arrangements to navigate quickly through a large area.
5. Ability to lift large trays and carry safely properly with great frequency.
6. Attention to detail for accuracy of orders and protection with allergens / dietary restrictions.

Requirements

Education 

• Completion of High School, GED program, or equivalent.

Experience 

• One-year F&B experience preferred

Licenses/Certifications 

• TIPS Certification required; Food Safety Certification (or equivalent) required