Barback

Status: Part-Time 

Company: Evening Entertainment Group (“EEG”) 

Location: Backyard Gilbert

About Us: At Backyard Gilbert, we take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests. We are a leading player in the hospitality industry, dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring our team members are at the heart of our success. As we continue to expand our presence in the industry, we are seeking a passionate and talented Barback to join our team. 

Job Description: As a Barback at Backyard Gilbert, you will play a vital role in both maintaining a positive and productive work environment for our team, while upholding the highest standard guest drinking experience. A Barback assists in consistent delivery of exceptional service to every guest while interacting in a professional manner. The Barback maintains the bar’s cleanliness and stocked bars for beverage service and preparation while upholding company standards and a safe work environment. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

•    Verify par levels for all product and equipment needs within the designated work area at the beginning of every shift. Ensure that all areas are well stocked and bring shortages and/or needs to the manager’s attention.

•    Observe and anticipate guests’ needs. Must have the ability to manage time effectively with minimum supervision.

•    Ability to communicate effectively with guests, team members, and management in both written and verbal form.

•    Maintain the cleanliness of the bar, product and beverage storage areas, pump/soda room, and surrounding areas. 

•    Perform various opening and closing duties including sweeping and mopping floors, removing trash and debris. 

•    Adhere to and enforce company, local, state, and government specific regulations.

•    Obtain and maintain required licensing or certifications.

•    Follow company and department policies and procedures, practices, and guidelines.

•    Adhere to company appearance and uniform standards, maintain a well-groomed appearance, posture, and hygiene. 

•    Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

•    Previous work experience as a barback in a comparable setting. 

•    Flexibility to work varying schedules based upon business demand.

•    Possess superior customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.

•    Ability to remain composed in delivering exceptional results in a high-paced environment.

•    Knowledge of spirits, wine, champagne, and mixed cocktails.

•    Minimum of 18 years of age.

 Physical Requirements: 

•    Prolonged periods of standing and walking.

•    Must be able to lift, balance, and carry trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds.

Backyard Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic provided by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.