WC-Bar Back

About the role

Barback – Assist the bar staff in any way possible to ensure great guest experiences and a smooth shift for the entire restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests and staff members professionally and positively.
• Assist the bar staff in filling ice wells and stocking wells with the necessary amount of liquor bottles.
• Ensure beer bottles, wine, and cordials are stocked.
• Refill and date mixers, juices, and syrups.
• Cut fruit and other garnishes, and make sure the bar is set up for success.
• Empty bus tubs and prebus the bar top.
• Make batch cocktails according to proper recipes and understand the batch system to ensure proper changing of canisters.
• Arrive for the shift on time and ready to work in proper uniform.
• Use juicing machines in a safe, sanitary manner while ensuring pars for the bar are met.
• Follow directions from management and the bartenders.
• Have extensive knowledge of the menu and be able to answer any guest’s questions about food or drinks.
• Obtain and update any required certifications.
• Set up and break down the bar area before and after each shift, while cleaning floors, bar top, and wells.
• Empty trash cans and wash dishes using the bar machine.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and follow recipes for juices and batch cocktails.
• Proper use of a knife and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain all necessary certifications.