Job Description
Job Description
Employee standards: To ensure high levels of hospitality every time you are in contact with guests. To be attentive to guest needs at all times. To be responsible for having a high level of product knowledge regarding all menu items which includes both liquor and all beverages.
Reports to: Primarily toFront of the House operations management with an equal standard of respect and professionalism to the BOH management team (chefs).
FSLA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
Compensation: Minimum Wage Beverly Hills + % of the Tip Pool
PRIMARY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Barback is a key support role in the bar area, responsible for assisting bartenders in maintaining a clean and efficient environment. The ideal candidate will ensure the bar area is well-stocked, organized, and clean, allowing bartenders to focus on providing excellent customer service. The Barback must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and possess a strong sense of urgency.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Stocking and Replenishing:
o Ensure the bar is fully stocked with all necessary supplies, including glassware, ice, garnishes, mixers, and alcoholic beverages.
o Replenish bar items throughout the shift as needed, including restocking liquor, beer, wine, and other beverages.
o Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages to the bartender or manager.
2. Cleaning and Maintenance:
o Keep the bar area, including countertops, sinks, floors, and storage areas, clean and organized at all times.
o Wash and polish glassware and bar tools, ensuring they are sanitized and ready for use.
o Remove empty bottles, cans, and trash from the bar area and dispose of them properly.
o Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the storage areas and coolers.
3. Support and Assistance:
o Assist bartenders with preparing drink garnishes, cutting fruits, and other prep work as needed.
o Help bartenders during busy periods by taking and delivering drink orders to guests.
o Provide support in handling cash and card transactions, if required.
o Offer excellent customer service by interacting with guests in a friendly and professional manner.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Overtime when or as needed approved or directed by management
- Prolonged periods of standing, bending, sitting, kneeling
- Working in an indoor/ outdoor location (subject to weather changes& varying temperatures)
- Lifting equipment up to 50 pounds (when necessary)
- Work in different spaces of the restaurant (mainly behind the bar area or open dining area)
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED FUNCTIONS:
- Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
- Always smiles and greets guests warmly and genuinely.
- Works as part of a team.
- Responsible for clearing, restocking, and resetting bar.
- Executes closing procedures and side work.
- Completes accurate closing financial paperwork.
- Attends and participates in daily pre-shift meetings.
- Communicate to management thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions of daily operations, quality of food/beverages, guest comments, and daily specials.
Experience/Skills:
- 1-2 years of beverage knowledge and bartending.
- Previous hospitality experience preferred.
- Previous experience preferred.
Qualifications:
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-player attitude.
• Knowledge of basic bar setup and beverage preparation is a plus.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items, such as kegs and cases of beverages.
Avra Estiatorio is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity.