Barback | Part-Time | The Paramount Baltimore

Overview

The Barback supports bartenders by maintaining fully stocked bars, replenishing supplies, keeping work areas clean, and helping ensure an efficient and professional guest experience. Barbacks play an essential role in keeping service running smoothly, especially during busy shifts and live entertainment events. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in gaining experience in the hospitality industry.

This role pays an hourly rate of $10.00 and is tip eligible.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Restock beer, wine, liquor, mixers, garnishes, ice, glassware, cups, napkins, and other bar supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate low-stock items to bartenders and management.
• Refill ice bins, replenish beverage stations, and maintain organized storage areas.
• Collect, wash, and organize glassware and other service items as needed.
• Remove empty kegs, boxes, trash, and recycling according to venue procedures.
• Keep bar areas, service stations, storage rooms, and surrounding workspaces clean and sanitary.
• Assist bartenders with setup before service and breakdown after closing.
• Help receive, organize, and rotate deliveries and inventory.
• Support bartenders during high-volume periods by anticipating their needs and responding quickly.
• Follow all sanitation, workplace safety, and alcohol-handling procedures.
• Communicate effectively with bartenders, servers, management, and other team members.
• Assist with special events and other operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, bar, or hospitality experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work quickly and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift or carry supplies throughout a shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have dependable attendance.
• Must be at least the minimum legal age required for assigned duties and comply with applicable Maryland alcohol-handling requirements.
• Must obtain and maintain any required alcohol awareness or responsible beverage service certification, as applicable to the position and venue.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based shifts is required or strongly preferred, depending on operational needs.