Barback

Job Details: Job Location: Mississippi State University - Mississippi State, MS, Salary Range: $12.00 - $14.00, Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at some of North America’s most complex sports, entertainment, cultural, and live-event venues.

Founded in Atlanta in 1979, Proof has built a national reputation for doing hospitality differently — from-scratch cooking at scale, hyper-local sourcing, and a partnership-first approach that treats clients as collaborators, not contracts. The company serves professional and collegiate sports venues, convention centers, cultural institutions, and large-scale destination events across the United States and Internationally.

Proof of the Pudding, the premier food service provider for all Premium and Suites Hospitality locations at Mississippi State University, is seeking enthusiastic Barbacks to support beverage setup and service operations in game day suites during football, basketball, and other events.  If you are looking for an exciting place to work in the heart of the MSU action.

This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by athletic events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Responsible for both pre & post bar set-up/breakdown responsibilities. 
Begins shift earlier than the rest of the bartender team to pull all items needed for bar. 
Pulls all products (alcoholic and non) needed specifically for each night’s event. 
Gets team and product organized for rollout to venue floor and set-up. 
Ensure that all items are at the bar in time for the event to begin. 
Responsible for opening and closing inventory of product. 
Assist Bartenders with replenishment during shift. 
Remains pro-active in assisting bartender(s) with shortages. 
Bussing and keeping bar completely free of trash and glassware during event.
Refilling ice bins .

Performs other related duties as required. 
Qualifications: Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:  

High school diploma, GED or equivalent; additional certification in mixology or hospitality is a plus. 
Minimum of two years’ experience in the role of a Barback.
Be the legal age to serve alcohol. 
Strong knowledge of bar menu items and stocking.  
Must be exceedingly responsible and accountable. 
Knowledge of upscale/VIP service styles required. 
Must live near Starkville, MS.

Specialized Skills: 

Excellent listening and communication skills. 
Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs. 
Renowned time management and organization skills. 
Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs. 
The ability to work alone and as a team. 
Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly. 
Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene. 
Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community, and the Proof of the Pudding team. 

Work Environment   

The work environment for this position will be event operations and working out of the Football Stadium or similar venues. This position will often move throughout campus and stadium grounds on different terrains.

Uniform Requirements  

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines. 

Physical Demands:  

Prolonged periods of moving through an event space, and traveling throughout the stadium. 
Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items. 
Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs. 

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS 

Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality. 
Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.” 
Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.   
Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards.  Use equipment and materials properly.  Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.  Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.  Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times. 
Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely. 
Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.   
Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.  Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems. 
Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations.  Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly. 
Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.  

Position Salary & Benefits: 

Competitive pay based on experience.
Benefits include daily meals per shift. 
A flexible work schedule, excluding home game days.
Opportunity for advancement.  
On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.   

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.