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Barback

Columbus, OH, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
flexible schedule
No resumes or interviews
Part-time and full-time options
Transparent pay rates

Job Description

Upshift is a pioneering mobile platform revolutionizing the way individuals discover and secure flexible work shifts across a variety of sectors including hospitality, assembly, packing, bartending, and more. Operating through an easy-to-use app, Upshift connects businesses with qualified workers who desire the freedom to choose where, when, and how much they work. With over 150,000 active users, the app empowers a flexible workforce by providing access to part-time, full-time, and one-day shifts. This innovative approach eliminates traditional hiring barriers such as resumes and interviews, providing a seamless onboarding experience that gets users quickly ready to start their shifts.

As a Barback with Upshift, you become an essential member of the bar team, playing a pivotal role in its daily operations and overall success. This role is designed to accommodate all experience levels, making it ideal for those looking to gain entry into hospitality or for seasoned workers seeking flexible employment. Barbacks are responsible for a wide array of tasks that keep the bar running smoothly, from stocking supplies and managing ice to preparing garnishes and maintaining cleanliness. The position demands physical stamina and agility, as it involves being on your feet throughout your shift, frequently bending, kneeling, and reaching to ensure the environment remains efficient and inviting.

Upshift’s Barback opportunities suit those who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and appreciate the flexibility to tailor their work schedules around their lives. Each shift's pay varies, reflecting the specific client and location, and all earnings are transparently presented upfront before applying. Joining Upshift means you are part of a modern workforce, empowered to dictate your work-life balance while gaining valuable experience in hospitality services.

The job offers the significant benefit of choosing your own schedule, allowing you to work as much or as little as you desire. This system suits students, part-time workers, or anyone needing supplementary income with minimal commitment. Additionally, Upshift supports its workers with benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage after their first paycheck, acknowledging the value of flexible workers and providing them with essential protections.

Upshift is not just a job platform—it is a community of workers who value independence, choice, and the convenience of technology-driven employment solutions. Whether you are new to the hospitality industry or an experienced worker looking for control over your work hours, Upshift’s Barback role offers a unique opportunity to engage with various venues while fostering your professional growth in a supportive and flexible working environment. With no resumes or interviews required, getting started is straightforward, allowing you to focus on earning and building skills that can launch or enhance your hospitality career.

Job Requirements

  • Be physically able to stand, kneel, stoop, reach with hands and arms
  • be able to hear and see well
  • have availability for flexible shifts
  • willing to work in dynamic bar environment
  • legal working age

Job Qualifications

  • No prior experience required
  • ability to work flexible shifts
  • physical stamina to remain on feet and perform manual tasks
  • good hearing and vision
  • willingness to learn and comply with bar safety and cleanliness standards

Job Duties

  • Keep the bar stocked
  • refill ice
  • change beer kegs
  • prep garnishes
  • collect empty glasses
  • maintain clean bar
  • be on feet throughout shift

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