Barback

About the role

Ludico is an exciting new restaurant concept from Tribeca Hospitality Group, bringing together fresh, vibrant, and transportive European flavors in an elevated yet approachable dining experience. We are seeking energetic, dependable, and hospitality-driven Barbacks to join our opening team. This essential role supports the bar operation by ensuring bartenders have everything they need to deliver exceptional beverage service. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong sense of urgency, and takes pride in organization, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Position Summary

The Barback plays a critical role in the success of Ludico's beverage program by maintaining bar organization, stocking products, preparing garnishes, supporting bartenders during service, and ensuring all bar stations remain fully supplied and operational throughout each shift. This position works closely with the Beverage Manager, Head Sommelier, and Bartenders to deliver seamless, efficient, and elevated service.

Responsibilities

Bar Operations & Support

• Assist bartenders throughout service by anticipating operational needs and maintaining efficient workflow.
• Stock liquor, wine, beer, mixers, ice, glassware, garnishes, and bar supplies before, during, and after service.
• Replenish bar stations quickly and efficiently throughout the shift.
• Prepare fresh juices, syrups, garnishes, herbs, fruit, and other cocktail ingredients according to restaurant recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all bar stations, coolers, storage areas, and service stations.
• Polish glassware and bar equipment to ensure presentation standards are met.
• Change kegs, replace CO₂ tanks when trained, and assist with beverage equipment as needed.
• Remove empty bottles, trash, and recycling throughout service.
• Assist with opening, closing, and side work responsibilities.

Inventory & Organization

• Receive and organize beverage deliveries.
• Label, date, rotate, and properly store all beverage products using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Maintain organized liquor storage, wine storage, and bar supply areas.
• Notify management of low inventory, damaged products, or supply needs.
• Assist with beverage inventory counts and stock replenishment.

Teamwork & Hospitality

• Work collaboratively with Bartenders, Servers, Food Runners, Bussers, Sommeliers, and Managers.
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong sense of urgency throughout each shift.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
• Support the overall guest experience by ensuring bartenders can provide efficient and attentive service.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Food Safety & Compliance

• Follow all Department of Health regulations and company sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper food handling procedures for garnishes and fresh ingredients.
• Maintain proper labeling, dating, storage, and temperature control of beverage products.
• Safely operate bar equipment and use cleaning products according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous barback, restaurant, hospitality, or food and beverage experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of bartenders and maintain a sense of urgency.
• Professional appearance and commitment to hospitality excellence.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, including cases of beer, wine, liquor, and ice.
• Must have the ability to frequently move throughout multiple levels of the restaurant, including going up and down stairs while transporting products and supplies.

Why Join Ludico?

• Be part of an exciting new restaurant opening from Tribeca Hospitality Group.
• Learn and grow within an elevated beverage program.
• Work alongside an accomplished hospitality, culinary, and beverage leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing hospitality group.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Join a team dedicated to hospitality, teamwork, craftsmanship, and operational excellence.