Bar Assistant

Forney, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Job Description

Dave & Buster's is a leading entertainment and dining venue known for combining great food, drinks, and an exciting atmosphere with arcade games and events. As a prominent player in the hospitality and entertainment industry, Dave & Buster's prides itself on offering a dynamic and enjoyable experience for its guests, making it a popular destination for social gatherings, celebrations, and casual fun. The company values teamwork, high-quality customer service, and maintaining a lively and welcoming environment for all guests. This environment attracts a diverse clientele looking for both excellent food and beverage options alongside engaging entertainment. Dave & Buster's employs a wide range of hospitality professionals dedicated to making each visit memorable and enjoyable for their guests.

The Bar Assistant role at Dave & Buster's is essential in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the bar area. This position supports bartenders by managing supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in various bar operations. The Bar Assistant contributes directly to the overall guest experience by enabling bartenders to focus on preparing and serving exceptional drinks and delivering outstanding customer service. The role requires attentiveness, quick response times during busy periods, and the ability to maintain positivity while working in a fast-paced environment. As part of the bar team, the Bar Assistant helps keep everything organized, stock levels maintained, and the bar area tidy, which all play a key role in creating a fun and exciting atmosphere for guests. This is a hands-on position that involves frequent movement, lifting, and interaction with both team members and guests to ensure service excellence. The job may require working flexible hours, including nights and weekends, to meet the needs of busy service times. Overall, it is a supportive but critical position that drives efficient bar operations and enhances guest satisfaction at Dave & Buster's.

Job Requirements

be approachable and able to maintain a friendly and courteous manner, even during peak hours
be available to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, and/or weekends, as required
thrive in a lively, fast-paced environment with a moderate to high noise level
be able to understand and effectively communicate instructions and information
be able to lift and carry items such as beverage cases, ice containers, and bus tubs, weighing up to 30 pounds
move efficiently within the bar area and stand for extended periods of time
be able to walk or stand for the entire duration of their scheduled shift
frequently reach, bend, stoop, lift, and wipe down surfaces to maintain a clean and well-stocked bar

Job Qualifications

Must meet the minimum legal age requirement for serving or handling alcoholic beverages as per local regulations
The physical demands described below are representative of what a Bar Assistant must be able to perform to successfully execute the essential functions of this job

Job Duties

The Bar Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the bar area
You will be essential in providing support to our Bartenders, allowing them to concentrate on delivering exceptional drink service and creating memorable experiences for our Guests
Plays a key part in delivering excellent drink service that complements our food and entertainment, contributing to a fun and exciting atmosphere for our Guests
Keeps the Bartender and immediate supervisor informed about any low stock levels, spills, or equipment malfunctions, taking immediate action or suggesting solutions
Provides efficient assistance by promptly replenishing bar supplies, preparing garnishes, and ensuring ice levels are maintained, helping to minimize guest wait times
Maintains a positive and helpful attitude while supporting the Bartenders and anticipating their needs during busy periods
Assists with Guest inquiries by relaying information to the Bartender and ensuring the bar area is clean and well-organized for a positive Guest experience
Supports the Bartender by quickly and efficiently retrieving ingredients, glassware, and other necessary items
Ensures that empty glassware is collected and the bar area remains tidy throughout service
Informs the Bartender or Manager of any Guest issues or concerns observed at the bar
Adheres to all company policies and procedures regarding responsible alcohol service and safety regulations
Responsible for stocking and organizing all bar-related supplies, including liquor, beer, wine, mixers, glassware, and garnishes, in designated storage locations
Assists with periodic inventory counts of bar stock as needed
Checks and replenishes all necessary bar supplies before, during, and after service
Reports any shortages to the Manager
Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the entire bar area, including counters, shelves, refrigerators, and storage areas
Provides assistance to other team members as needed to ensure efficient overall operations
Maintains positive working relationships with all Dave & Buster's team members to foster a supportive and productive work environment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these core responsibilities
While performing the duties of a Bar Assistant, the team member will frequently need to:
Be approachable and able to maintain a friendly and courteous manner, even during peak hours
Be available to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, and/or weekends, as required
Thrive in a lively, fast-paced environment with a moderate to high noise level
Be able to understand and effectively communicate instructions and information
Be able to lift and carry items such as beverage cases, ice containers, and bus tubs, weighing up to 30 pounds
Move efficiently within the bar area and stand for extended periods of time
Be able to walk or stand for the entire duration of their scheduled shift
Frequently reach, bend, stoop, lift, and wipe down surfaces to maintain a clean and well-stocked bar