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Sports & Social Allentown is Hiring a Bar Back Near Allentown, PA

Sports & Social Allentown is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Allentown. The 10,000-square-foot location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV technology, the space will boast an impressive LED display showing multiple games and sporting events at once. Sports & Social will offer guests an elevated dining and beverage experience including made-from-scratch menu items and curated cocktails, live music and special events several days a week, as well as a wide variety of interactive social games for everyone to enjoy. 

Barback Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Show that you are an energetic, outgoing, fun person while maintaining professionalism.
  • Perform basic prep work behind the bar: refilling ice bins, restocking beer/liquor, cutting garnishes.
  • Change empty kegs in keg room, including moving full kegs of beer.
  • Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment by cleaning up spills and emptying trash cans.
  • Organizes bar and drink ware.
  • Clear and clean bar in a timely manner.
  • Perform more than one task at a time.
  • Offer polite, professional, and courteous customer service.
  • Communicate effectively, clearly, patiently and humorously with co-workers and guests.
  • Complete all side work as assigned.

Barback Qualifications

  • Food service experience with general knowledge of bar/nightclub operations. 
  • Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred. 
  • Must be at least age 18 or older, depending on state regulations.
  • Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
  • Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
  • Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
  • Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.
  • May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The Barback position requires the ability to perform the following:

  • Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 200 pounds (kegs, ice, glasses, trays, etc.)
  • Move about the facility efficiently and safely.
  • Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely.
  • Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling
  • Withstand potential climate temperature changes in assigned work area.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Part Time

SALARY

$21k-26k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/25/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

06/27/2024

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If you are interested in becoming a Bar Back, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Bar Back for your reference.

Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.

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Barbacks often help Bartenders open and close the bar. They keep the bar stocked with liquor, beer, spirits, garnishes, ice cubes and other products

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They ensure that glasses, stirrers, shakers, strainers and other bartending tools are clean and in the proper position for Bartenders.

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They help with opening and closing duties, prepare and serve drinks, stock items, assist in the reordering process, and perform minor repairs.

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Their overall purpose is to make sure that things are running smoothly at the bar.

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Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.

Career tips from people on Bar Back jobs

Though they are not usually at the center of customers attention, barbacks can be an integral part of what keeps a busy bar running smoothly.

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A barback might be the perfect addition if staff members are having trouble keeping up with service rushes.

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Removing trash and used glasses and wiping down tables for new customers

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Assisting the bartender with other tasks as needed

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