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Lettuce Entertain You

Barback

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $30.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)

Job Description

Shaw's Crab House is a distinguished dining establishment renowned for offering a unique dual experience as both a sophisticated seafood restaurant and a lively oyster bar. With a commitment to excellence, Shaw's Crab House provides guests with an unparalleled selection of seasonal crab, top-grade fish, and shellfish, as well as a variety of just-shucked oysters and inventive sushi and sashimi combinations. The restaurant prides itself on sourcing seasonally fresh fish with a strong consideration for environmental sustainability, often maintaining close relationships with fishing families to ensure the highest quality and ethical sourcing standards. Alongside its impressive seafood offerings, Shaw's Crab... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Physical ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability to tolerate exposure to liquids such as water, cleaning solutions, and alcohol
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently and as part of a team

Job Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a barback or similar hospitality role preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations
  • Ability to work in fast-paced and crowded environments
  • Ability to handle physically demanding tasks
  • Basic knowledge of beverage preparation
  • Positive attitude and team player mentality
  • Willingness to learn and take direction
  • Reliable and punctual

Job Duties

  • Stock and restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
  • Arrange and set-up beverages, mixes, garnishes and supplies, and prepare drink mixes
  • Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
  • Safely and effectively transport filled glass racks, ice and cases of liquor, beer and wine
  • Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
  • Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders
  • Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
  • Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
  • Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
  • Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
  • Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests' needs
  • Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
  • Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
  • Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2 tanks and soda dispensers
  • Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink
  • Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory
  • Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
  • Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
  • Follow all steps of service
  • Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
  • Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
  • Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
  • Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Get along well with others and be a team player
  • Other duties will be assigned as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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