Job Description –Bar Back        

Classification:  Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Reports to:  General Manager/ Managers

Department:  Store Location

Duties and Responsibilities:  Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prep bar ingredients made in house (e.g. simple syrups, sweet and sour); prep/cut and stock all garnishes (e.g. Limes, Lemons, Oranges, Mint, Cucumbers, Celery, etc)
• Restock liquor, beer, mixers, and syrups as needed
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment/ restock glassware from the dishwasher.
• Remove recycling full of empty bottles.
• Change and remove garbage.
• Remove bus tubs with dishes and bring them to the dishwashing area.
• Stock ice.
• Clean bars, work areas and tables.
• Put the chairs up on the bar and in the bar area.
• Other duties as directed.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• 100% - walk and stand during entire shift.
• Remain stationary for long periods of time.
• 100% - Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe.
• Frequently lifts/carries up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally lifts/carries up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent washing of hands.
• Hazards may include, but are not limited to, slipping and tripping.
• Be of legal age to serve liquor according to state law.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational or prioritizing skills.
• Multi-task oriented.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: 

This is an hourly paid position.  Days and hours of work vary according to business hours and job requirements.  Business operates seven (7) days a week; and hours start as early as 9 AM and can go as late as 4 AM depending on the work required.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional dining establishment.  Work space behind the bar is the main work area.  This role will require fast paced service done with calm and elegance for client comfort.  There are frequent visits to the kitchen required in this position, and the kitchen as well as the work area may be slippery or wet during the shift and employees are prone to slips and falls.  This role will require high level of gracious communication with clients and respectable communication with staff.

Travel:

There is little to no travel required for this position