Barback
Quick Summary
Stocking & Restocking: Maintain a fully stocked bar by ensuring supplies like glassware, ice, garnishes, mixers, and alcohol are readily available throughout service.
Experience: Previous experience in a bar or restaurant setting is preferred but not required; on-the-job training provided. Skills: Strong multitasking abilities and quick problem-solving.
The Barback assists bartenders with essential support in maintaining a well-stocked, clean, and efficient bar environment. The role is key in ensuring a positive guest experience by preparing and restocking supplies, maintaining bar cleanliness, and providing prompt support to bartenders during busy service times.
Responsibilities
~2 min read- →Stocking & Restocking: Maintain a fully stocked bar by ensuring supplies like glassware, ice, garnishes, mixers, and alcohol are readily available throughout service. Restock items quickly as they deplete.
- →Preparation & Setup: Assist in setting up the bar at the start of the shift, including organizing equipment, arranging supplies, and preparing garnishes and other essentials.
- →Cleaning & Maintenance: Keep the bar area, equipment, and storage areas clean, sanitized, and organized throughout the shift. This includes wiping down surfaces, washing and drying glassware, and sweeping/mopping floors as needed.
- →Assisting Bartenders: Support bartenders by fetching and delivering drinks, ingredients, and supplies quickly. Help with simple drink preparation tasks as directed by the bartender.
- →Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels, reporting shortages to bartenders or the bar manager to prevent service interruptions.
- →Customer Service Support: Engage with customers courteously and professionally if approached, helping create a welcoming environment while directing any specific orders or requests to the bartender.
- →Adherence to Health and Safety Standards: Follow health, safety, and sanitation regulations to maintain a clean and safe work environment, including proper handling and storage of all bar equipment and ingredients.
- →End-of-Shift Responsibilities: Assist with closing duties by cleaning, organizing, and restocking the bar for the next day’s service.
Requirements
~1 min read- Experience: Previous experience in a bar or restaurant setting is preferred but not required; on-the-job training provided.
- Skills:
- Strong multitasking abilities and quick problem-solving.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic knowledge of bar equipment, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is a plus.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and handle physically demanding tasks.
- Must be comfortable working in a noisy, busy environment.
The hourly pay rate for this role is USD $ 8.00-$11.00 plus gratuities.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $16,640–$22,880 a year
- 41% below the $33,280 median for Restaurant Crew Member jobs on Jobera (2,970 salaries).
- Posted
- 72 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- August 20, 2026
- First seen
- August 20, 2026
- Last seen
- October 31, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 71
- Repost count
- 1
- Trust Level
- 41%
- Scored at
- October 31, 2026
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