Bar Back

Job Responsibilities & Expectations

• Prioritize and complete all assigned station tasks, side work, and station setup for maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Maintain spotless guest service areas while creating a fun, upbeat atmosphere for guests.
• Ensure proper sanitation standards by maintaining cleanliness of bar, glassware, utensils, and counters.
• Clean all spilled drinks, excess liquor, broken glass, and other debris in a timely manner.
• Gather and clear all tableware soiled through use and deliver to dishwasher.
• Maintain all sanitizer buckets and towels.
• Keep floor clean and free of debris.
• Use and maintain all tools and equipment safely.
• Complete required and ongoing training for the position.
• Absorb and assist management in training new staff members within the department, when applicable.
• Maintain adequate supply of ice, change empty kegs, BIB sodas boxes, and sour mix.
• Stock the bar with liquor, beer, wine, juices, mixes, glassware, utensils, cocktail napkins, fresh cut fruit, garnishes, etc.
• Maintain adequate supplies of garnishes by cutting fruit on a regular basis.
• Maintain trash cans behind the bar and throughout the venue.
• Assist the bartender with cleaning and breakdown of the bar at the end of the shift.
• Assist with inventory of all liquor and bar-related supplies, and notify a manager of low inventory.
• Adhere to responsible alcohol service established by company policy.
• Understand and utilize all safety and sanitation practices as defined in the safety program; report any accidents.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or determined by management.

Preferred Experience, Required Licenses/Permits, & Physical Requirements

• One year experience as a barback/bar porter or working in some aspect of the food and beverage industry (high-volume environment preferred); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must provide health and food safety permit.
• Must provide Oklahoma ABLE Liquor License.
• Able to complete a heavy workload and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to spend 100% of working time standing, walking, and reaching.
• Must be able to carry loads greater than 35 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently.