Barbacks typically work for bars or pubs to provide a supportive role to bar staff. They anticipate the needs of Bartenders and make trips to the storeroom to get clean glasses and restock alcoholic beverages behind the bar. Their job is to work with other Barbacks to communicate with Bartenders, wash glasses and go back and forth to the storeroom to maintain an effective bar service. They may also assist in unloading and storing kegs, drink bottles and supplies like napkins, straws and food products.
Wat doet een Barback?
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.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Barback moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Barback moet kunnen uitvoeren:
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.
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Barback zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
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
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
Als u werft voor functies die gerelateerd zijn aan een Barback, bekijk dan onze functiebeschrijvingen voor vergelijkbare rollen:
