Barback | Part-Time | Marcus Performing Arts Center

Responsibilities

• Prepare bars and beverage stations before events by stocking beer, wine, liquor, mixers, non-alcoholic beverages, garnishes, ice, cups, napkins, utensils, stirrers, and other necessary supplies.
• Continuously replenish bar inventory during service to ensure bartenders remain fully stocked and guest service is not interrupted.
• Transport beverage products, supplies, and equipment between storage areas and service locations.
• Move, tap, replace, and disconnect kegs while maintaining draft beer systems.
• Assist bartenders by pouring draft beer and wine when directed to improve service efficiency.
• Refill ice wells and maintain an adequate supply of ice throughout each event.
• Assist with opening and closing bar procedures, including setup, breakdown, restocking, and securing beverage inventory.
• Verify all bar equipment is clean, operational, and properly prepared before the start of service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment by sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning bar surfaces, stacking floor mats, removing trash, recycling cardboard, relining trash receptacles, and organizing storage areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards while maintaining a safe working environment.
• Observe guests for signs of visible intoxication and promptly notify bartenders or management in accordance with responsible alcohol service policies.
• Assist with inventory counts, product rotation, and accountability procedures.
• Provide courteous, professional service while working collaboratively with bartenders, supervisors, and other team members.
• Maintain dependable attendance and be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and events based on business needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Beverage Leadership.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects frequently, including cases of beverages, kegs, and bags of ice.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced event environment.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices preferred.
• Previous barback, food and beverage, warehouse, or hospitality experience preferred but not required.

Pay

This position will pay an hourly rate range of $14.00-$16.00 and is tip eligible.

Schedule

This role will require working weekdays and weekends, with availability for some morning, noon, and evening shifts on an on-call/event-based schedule.