Bar Back at Goodfellas Pizzeria Lexington, KY

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Goodfellas Pizzeria is a vibrant and welcoming establishment located in Lexington, KY, renowned for offering a top-tier dining experience centered around handcrafted pizzas and an exceptional beverage program. As a part of its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction, Goodfellas Pizzeria features the Wiseguy Lounge, an ambitious bourbon bar aiming to be recognized as the best bourbon bar in America. This unique segment of the business celebrates the rich tradition and craft behind bourbon, rye, and American whiskey, pairing classic and innovative cocktails with an inviting atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. The environment encourages passion and learning about mixology and bourbon knowledge, ensuring that each guest receives personalized recommendations and exceptional service. Goodfellas Pizzeria is committed to fostering a dynamic and professional team that values responsibility, hard work, and a positive attitude.

The Bar Back role at Goodfellas Pizzeria's Wiseguy Lounge is an essential part of delivering this vision. This position is perfect for individuals eager to become part of an energetic bartending team dedicated to excellence in craft cocktails. Bar Backs support bartenders by maintaining the bar's cleanliness, organization, and readiness to serve guests seamlessly throughout each shift. They play a crucial role in preparing garnishes, replenishing supplies, and ensuring the highest standards of service and safety in accordance with health and sanitation protocols. More than just support staff, Bar Backs at Wiseguy Lounge are encouraged to deepen their knowledge of the alcohol industry, especially in bourbon spirits, and develop skills in guest interaction and mixology techniques. Candidates will learn to identify and remember regular customers, recommend drinks thoughtfully, and uphold responsible service with a commitment to customer well-being. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, learning agility, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced high-volume bar setting. This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about bourbon culture and eager to grow their bartending capabilities within a supportive and professional environment, contributing to Goodfellas Pizzeria's mission to create memorable experiences for all guests while advancing the reputation of Wiseguy Lounge as a leader in the craft cocktail scene.

Job Requirements

Extensive knowledge of drink preparation or service including classic cocktails
strong knowledge of spirits, beer, and wine with a major focus on bourbon, rye, and American whiskey
excellent interpersonal skills
ability to remain calm when dealing with unruly and argumentative patrons
ability to learn cash register software
completion of mixology, barkeeping, or other related training preferred
advanced bartending skills and abilities
minimum of one-year related experience
prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks
ability to complete orders quickly and accurately
must be able to lift up to 50 pounds following proper techniques preventing injury
must be legal drinking age or older

Job Qualifications

Completion of mixology, barkeeping, or other related training preferred
advanced bartending skills and abilities
minimum of one-year related experience
strong knowledge of spirits, beer, and wine with a major focus on bourbon, rye, and American whiskey
excellent interpersonal skills
ability to remain calm when dealing with unruly and argumentative patrons
ability to learn cash register software

Job Duties

Provide the best and highest quality craft cocktails and drinks to guests using Wiseguy Lounge techniques and ingredients
highest level of customer service for every guest including greeting and thanking guests, engagement with guests and building rapport
continuously trains, learns, and gathers knowledge about the alcohol industry
maintains the bar: keeps bar clean and organized throughout shift
ensures that fruit and other garnishes are prepared ahead of the opening
attractively displays glasses and liquor bottles
ensures that customers are of legal drinking age
uses proper judgment and, when necessary, refuses service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive
handle escalations appropriately and timely to the Head Bartender and Bar Manager
submits orders or creates requisition forms for liquor, beer, and other bar-related supplies
TIPS certified in safe service of alcohol - SERVSafe
follow all health and sanitation practices, as well as all safety procedures and protocols
ability to open, close the store and monitor guests and safe practices