Barback

Responsible for supporting bar operations before, during and after service by stocking/restocking, prepping product, and anticipating needs of both the team and guests.

• Stock and organize all beverages to maintain highest level of cleanliness possible
• Ensure the bar service station is set up and properly stocked before and during service
• Familiar with and knows the location of every item in inventory. 
• Assists/executes any and all tasks as assigned by bartender. 
• Stocks bar to par level before and after each shift. 
• Stocks bar service area. 
• Complete all bar prep tasks to specifications following recipes as needed
• Communicates with bartenders throughout shift. 
• Reports to work on time and ready to work scheduled shift. 
• Maintains a positive, friendly attitude with co-workers & guests. 
• Maintains a clean, orderly appearance of the restaurant service area. 
• Assists/executes any and all tasks as assigned by other supervisors. 
• Follows all proper sanitation guidelines. 
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager. 
• Deal with guest complaints by finding a way to say yes; Involve the Manager on Duty as needed
• Maintain expert knowledge of all menu offerings
• Perform opening and closing sidework checklists for all shifts worked

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The ability to speak and understand English
• The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal direction  
• The ability to understand basic math  
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team  
• The ability to lift at least 30 pounds on a regular basis 
• The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day, including going up and down stairs multiple times per day

• Adaptable in fast-paced and challenging work environment  
• Able to take and give direction  
• Able to approach their work with a sense of ownership and work with a sense of urgency  
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the  business  
• Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure and maintain professionalism when  working under stress  
• Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Company standards, as outlined by  Employee Handbook  
• Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times  
• Communicate information effectively and efficiently  
• Maintain general knowledge of the restaurant, location, transportation, management  team, etc.  
• Participate in community events and ensure corporate social responsibility goals of  Company are met  
• Attend mandatory meetings  
• Adhere to all HR policies and guidelines  
• Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management Team
• Update knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities
• Maintain sanitation to Department of Health standards; Keep work area clean and organized
• Inform Manager on Duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment