Barback

Push Operations; Whistler; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Il Caminetto in Whistler's Village invites applications for a Barback to support the Bartender in a premium, contemporary dining room. You will help ensure smooth service, stock and maintain bar area, and learn the craft in a renowned setting.

Experience in barbacking or bussing is preferred. Certifications in mixology or bartending are a strong asset, and candidates should be energetic, flexible to evenings, weekends, and holidays, and able to stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in barbacking or bussing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing bar operations
• Restock and replenish bar inventory as needed
• Monitors and maintains overall appearance and proper sanitation of work area
• Washes glasses and service equipment
• Changes out kegs
• Assists with preparation of fruit garnishes, juices, syrups and purees
• Anticipates customers needs, providing direct assistance where possible
• Assists with back of house liquor inventory
• Support service staff where needed

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Fast-paced

Physical stamina

Barback experience

Job description

As a storied address in the heart of Whistler’s Village, Il Caminetto has been reimagined by the acclaimed New York-based Rockwell Group into a vibrant, contemporary 160-seat dining room. An understated, nature-inspired interior design speaks to the beauty of the spectacular landscape and plays to the authenticity of the location. The regionally focused menumelds Italian and local flavours to showcase the best of nearby farms and waters.

Il Caminetto has been widely recognized for its excellence, including:

• Tripadvisor 2024 Traveler’s Choice – 2025 Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice – “best of the best” #2 fine dining restaurant in Whistler.
• Wine Spectator Best of award of excellence

JOB SUMMARY:

Working alongside the Bartender, the Barback ensures the Bartender has everything they need during service.This is a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of bartending in a premium environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with opening and closing bar operations
• Restock and replenish bar inventory as needed
• Monitors and maintains overall appearance and proper sanitation of work area
• Washes glasses and service equipment
• Changes out kegs
• Assists with preparation of fruit garnishes, juices, syrups and purees
• Anticipates customers needs, providing direct assistance where possible
• Assists with back of house liquor inventory
• Support service staff where needed

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in barbacking or bussing preferred
• Mixology or Bartending certification is a strong asset
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Well organised and able to work at speed and deal with high volume
• Proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast pace environment
• High energy self-starter with a can-do friendly attitude
• Ability to lift heavy weights and be on your feet for long periods of time
• A desire to learn
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays