Barback (Bar Assistant)
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Early Bird Night Owl
Durham, NC, US
Summary
The Barback assists the bar staff by maintaining cleanliness, managing inventory, and ensuring the bar is fully stocked throughout the shift. They also support bartenders with drink preparation tasks, such as cutting garnishes and restocking supplies.
Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Barback – The Roof
JOB TYPE: Full/Part-time
COMPENSATION: $5.00 per hour + Tips
REPORTS TO: Roof Manager / F&B Management
OUR WHY
As humble ambassadors of our namesake city, we prioritize quality, kindness, and inclusivity so all feel welcome.
OUR CORE VALUES INSPIRE WONDER Innovation and Creativity | Surprise and Delight
FOSTER HOSPITALITY Inclusive Culture | Home Away from Home
PURSUE EXCELLENCE Exceptional Experiences | Attention to Detail | Focus on Quality DEMONSTRATE INTENTIONALITY Empathetic Engagement | Anticipatory Service | Sense of Ownership
CULTIVATE COMMUNITY Team Collaboration | Community Engagement | Take Time to Celebrate
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Barback position is an extension of the bartender. They are in place to assist the bar staff in delivering top quality Service. The Barback helps the bartenders in maintaining the cleanliness of the bar and keeping inventory levels appropriate for the volume of business.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Keep the bar fully stocked at all times.
- Maintain cleanliness throughout the bar and its respective areas.
- Put away the liquor/beer deliveries that come in during the day.
- Assist the bartender with anything that they may need.
- Help with punching orders into the POS system, if needed.
- Cut garnishes when low.
- Refill juice bottles, fruit trays, and ice wells.
- Restock liquor bottles and change out beer kegs during shift.
- Replenish napkins, straws, and other counter items.
- Maintain clean towels in each bartender’s station.
- Clean drink spills and sweep broken glassware immediately.
- Clean counters during & after shift.
- Take out trash and recycling throughout the shift.
- Performs other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years of age or older to serve alcohol (based on state regulations).
- Eagerness to learn and to improve as a barback.
- Passion for hospitality and service.
- Attention to detail.
- Team oriented attitude.
- Strong work ethic.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
- Must be able to work different shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.
EDUCATION:
High School diploma, general education degree or international equivalent preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Good knowledge of the English language is mandatory as well as the ability to speak, read and write clearly. Must be able to read and listen to instructions, memos, short correspondences, and messages.
PHYSICAL ABILITY:
- Ability to be on your feet and alert for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed
- Continuous use of hands and arms
- Continuous bending, reaching, and twisting
- Maintains strong personal image and uniform standards
Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
Our intention is simple: create great hotels that are rooted in their communities, built around a team passionate to serve, and blended with value and authenticity to create a sense of belonging felt by all those who visit us. Our hospitality is genuine and our desire is to welcome the world to our home.
We believe in accomplishing this through meaningful collaborations supporting and showcasing the community in which our hotels exist, extending gracious hospitality to all, designing intentional touch points throughout our properties, and incorporating value-centric amenities and services.
Our measurement of success is through the loyalty of our team members, guests, stakeholders, vendors, and partners resulting in a thriving business.
Company size
2-10 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Durham, NC
Our intention is simple: create great hotels that are rooted in their communities, built around a team passionate to serve, and blended with value and authenticity to create a sense of belonging felt by all those who visit us. Our hospitality is genuine and our desire is to welcome the world to our home.
We believe in accomplishing this through meaningful collaborations supporting and showcasing the community in which our hotels exist, extending gracious hospitality to all, designing intentional touch points throughout our properties, and incorporating value-centric amenities and services.
Our measurement of success is through the loyalty of our team members, guests, stakeholders, vendors, and partners resulting in a thriving business.
Company size
2-10 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Durham, NC