A Barback , or Bartender Assistant, is responsible for assisting Bartenders to ensure they have everything they need to serve customers efficiently. Their duties include replacing kegs, restocking glasses and other supplies needed to make drinks and maintaining a clean dining space throughout their shift.
Un Barback dovrebbe essere in grado di svolgere vari doveri e responsabilità. Di seguito sono riportati alcuni doveri e responsabilità che un Barback dovrebbe essere in grado di eseguire:
- Keep the bar stocked with liquor, syrups, glasses, napkins and all other necessary items before and during service hours.
- Prepare garnishes, refill ice wells, change beer kegs and restock napkins and straws.
- Clean up the spills, remove the glassware and organize the counter.
- Keep the bar area neat and clean.
- Coordinate with managers, kitchen staff and security personnel to ensure efficient service to customers.
- Handle emergency situations, like cleaning up broken glasses and clearing up clogged drains.
Un Barback competitivo avrà determinate competenze e qualifiche, tra cui:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Minimum of two years’ experience in the role of a Barback
- Be the legal age to serve alcohol
- Physically fit to meet the demands of the job, such as lifting liquor boxes and standing for long hours
- Strong knowledge of bar menu items
- Willing to work in night shifts and on weekends and holidays
- Friendly, responsible and punctual
