Barback

Charleston, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $7.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Top-of-the-industry rates

Amazing benefits for full-time staff

competitive pay including tips

dynamic team environment

opportunities for professional growth

supportive management

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Home Team BBQ is a renowned restaurant chain known for its award-winning cuisine and exceptional dining experience. Established as a top player in the casual dining sector, Home Team BBQ prides itself on delivering high-quality food, excellent customer service, and an inviting atmosphere that makes guests come back repeatedly. This company has built a loyal customer base through a commitment to fresh ingredients, creative recipes, and a focus on Southern-style barbecue. At Home Team BBQ, the culture revolves around teamwork, dedication, and a passion for great food and hospitality. The restaurant offers competitive compensation, including base pay plus tip out, ensuring employees are rewarded fairly for their effort and performance. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy contributing to a dynamic team.

The Barback role at Home Team BBQ is an essential position designed to support bartenders and other staff members to ensure smooth operations behind the bar. Working under the supervision of the Restaurant Manager and on-duty Bartender, barbacks help with a variety of tasks including opening and closing responsibilities, stocking bar items, assisting in drink preparation, and performing minor repairs to equipment. This opportunity provides a great way to gain hands-on experience in the hospitality industry, learn about cocktail recipes and various beverage offerings, and develop strong customer service skills. The role requires both physical stamina and excellent interpersonal skills, as the barback must maintain cleanliness, stock levels, and efficient workflow during busy shifts. Home Team BBQ offers a supportive environment where employees can grow professionally while being part of a winning and fun team dedicated to delivering memorable guest experiences.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years old
Ability to stand for entire shift
Ability to verbally communicate with customers in person and/or phone
Ability to reach, bend, and stoop frequently
Ability to carry 45 lbs or move weight from one location to the next (changing out kegs)
Courteous personality
Professional appearance
Basic math and computer skills

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
More experience, education, training, or certifications may be preferred
Must be at least 21 to serve alcoholic drinks
Courteous, friendly personality and professional appearance
Knowledge of menu items, including beers, wines, cocktails, and liquors
Basic math and computer skills
Strong problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, ability to handle tense situations with coworkers and customers calmly and rationally
Observant and thorough
Responsible, punctual
Excellent hygiene and well groomed

Job Duties

Assisting with opening and closing duties such restocking the bar with garnishes, straws, and napkins, ensuring that bartenders have clean towels, glassware, etc
Ensuring bar is well-stocked with ice, liquor, wine, and beer
Checking taps and appliances to confirm that they are working properly
Making minor repairs or changing out kegs, if needed
Keeping bar clean by wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping, removing soiled glassware, scrubbing coolers and storage areas, and emptying trash receptacles
Learning about menu items and memorizing cocktail recipes
Taking orders, preparing drinks, bussing the bar, open tabs, and processing payments especially during peak hours
Speaking to customers, answering questions, handling complaints
Maintain records and report levels of usage to assist in reordering process and ensuring that delivered items are stored properly