Barback

General Job Summary

The Barback's onsite role is to unload, load, distribute, and replenish beverages and other items for bars and bartenders in a speedy, efficient, friendly, and professional manner while offering detail-oriented, personalized service.

Classification

Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Pay

$19.67 - $22.67

Job Summary

Assist with bar operations by stocking supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring the bar runs smoothly during events. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock and restock bars with beverages, ice, glassware, and other supplies throughout shifts.
• Lift and carry heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) such as kegs, cases of beverages, and ice buckets.
• Push and pull carts loaded with supplies to and from storage areas.
• Assist bartenders in maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked work environment.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables and clean up spills to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to management.
• Operate efficiently in a fast-paced setting while staying attentive to bar needs.
• Support setup and breakdown of bars for events as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Comfortable standing, walking, and being on your feet for long periods of time.
• Previous experience as a Barback or in a similar physically demanding role preferred but not required.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Work Activities:

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

• Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores and receiving clients or guests.

Performing General Physical Activities

• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

Getting Information

• Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

• Providing information to supervisors, coworkers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, email, or in person.

Handling and Moving Objects

• Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating objects.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

• Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

Training and Teaching Others

• Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

• Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Developing and Building Teams

• Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

• Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

• Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People

• Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

• Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.

Tools and Technology Used

• Wine openers
• Beer opening and pouring equipment
• Fire extinguishers