Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $11.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Tips
Training opportunities
team environment
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Meal Allowances
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

This employment opportunity is with a dynamic and fast-paced bar and entertainment venue known for delivering an exceptional guest experience. The establishment places a high priority on cleanliness, customer service, and maintaining an upbeat atmosphere that encourages guests to have an enjoyable time. With a commitment to quality service and meticulous attention to detail, this venue has built a reputation for being a preferred destination for social gatherings and entertainment. The bar supports a team-oriented environment and continuously seeks to hire motivated individuals who are passionate about hospitality and customer satisfaction.

The role available is that of a Barback, starting at $11.00 per hour plus tips. This position is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of the bar area by maintaining cleanliness, restocking supplies, and supporting bartenders to deliver exceptional service. The Barback is responsible for a broad range of duties that revolve around maintaining the highest standards of sanitation, efficiency, and guest satisfaction. Working in this position means being at the heart of the venue’s operations, helping create a seamless guest experience. Employees in this role must be able to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment while adhering to safety and quality standards. The position requires physical stamina to handle tasks that include standing, walking, carrying heavy loads, and engaging in various activities throughout the shift.

The Barback is expected to maintain bar areas spotless, replenish all inventory items consistently, and assist with bar breakdown and cleaning at the end of shifts. This includes cleaning spilled drinks and broken glass, stocking liquor, beer, wine, and other consumables, cutting fresh fruit for garnishes, and managing trash disposal. Barbacks also play a key role in always keeping the bar ready for quick and efficient service by managing sanitizer buckets, towels, and glassware cleanliness. A proactive approach to safety practices and adherence to company policies, especially related to responsible alcohol service, are essential aspects of this role. The job also includes occasional training responsibilities to onboard new staff members under management supervision.

Candidates for this role are required to have prior experience in the food and beverage industry, preferably as a barback or similar position in a high-volume environment. Licenses and permits necessary to comply with health and safety regulations, including a health and food safety permit and an Oklahoma ABLE Liquor License, must be obtained by the candidate. The role demands individuals who can work well under pressure, multitask efficiently, and maintain a professional and positive attitude toward team collaboration and guest services. The working environment is physically demanding, involving extensive standing and walking with occasional lifting of heavy items, which necessitates good physical health and endurance.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow within the hospitality sector, providing hands-on experience in a vibrant bar setting with a supportive team.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience as a barback/bar porter or equivalent in food and beverage industry
  • Health and food safety permit required
  • Oklahoma ABLE Liquor License required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift heavy loads
  • Strong communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job Qualifications

  • One year experience as a barback/bar porter or working in some aspect of the food and beverage industry (high-volume environment preferred)
  • Must provide health and food safety permit
  • Must provide Oklahoma ABLE Liquor License
  • Able to complete a heavy workload and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to spend 100% of working time standing, walking, and reaching
  • Must be physically able to carry loads greater than 35 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently

Job Duties

  • Prioritize and complete all assigned station task, side work, and station set up for maximum productively and efficiency
  • Ensure proper sanitation standards by maintaining cleanliness of bar, glassware, utensils, and counters
  • Clean all spilled drinks, excess liquor, broken glass and other debris in a timely fashion
  • Gather and clear all tableware soiled through use and deliver to Dishwasher
  • Maintain all sanitizer buckets and towels
  • Keep floor clean and free of debris
  • Use and maintain all tools and equipment safely
  • Complete required and ongoing training for the position
  • Assist management in training new Staff Members within department, when applicable
  • Maintain adequate supply of ice, change empty kegs, BIB sodas boxes, and sour mix
  • Stock the bar with liquor, beer, wine, juices, mixes, glassware, utensils, cocktail napkins, fresh cut fruit, garnishes, etc
  • Maintain adequate supplies of garnishes by cutting fruit on a regular basis
  • Maintain trash cans behind bar and throughout the venue
  • Assist Bartender with cleaning and breakdown of bar at end of shift
  • Assist with inventory of all liquor and bar related supplies, and notify a Manager of low inventory
  • Adhere to responsible alcohol service established by company policy
  • Understand and utilize all safety and sanitation practices as defined in the safety program
  • report any accidents
  • Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or determined by Management

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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