Bar Back

Punch Bowl Social; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + tips

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Referral bonus

Team member discounts

Job summary

Punch Bowl Social in Arlington, VA is seeking Barbacks to support our fast-paced bars and craft beverage program. You’ll focus on guest experiences, stock and prep, and assisting the bar team to ensure smooth service and a memorable visit.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and a proactive attitude. This role offers an enjoyable, inclusive workplace with flexible hours and opportunities for growth, plus team member discounts and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience in guest-focused hospitality and bar service.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must be 21+ and able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Creating authentic, custom guest experiences through attention to detail and service.
• Delivering high-quality food and beverage aligned with guest preferences.
• Supporting the bar team by juicing, stocking, prepping, rotating kegs and service ware.
• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness and organization in bars and prep stations.
• Working with teammates to provide a high level of hospitality.

Skills

Guest experience

Attitude (positive)

Communication

Teamwork

High-volume service

Job description

Description

Barbacks – We want you at Punch Bowl Social!

Life is short, work somewhere awesome. Join the Punch Bowl Social crew today and be the envy of all your friends.

• Competitive hourly rate + tips
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity for growth and development
• Referral bonus program
• Team member discounts on food, beverage and activities!

Our Barbacks are protectors of all that is sacred: our craft beverage program. The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job.

But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:

• You value guest experiences and take pride in everything you do
• You've got attitude (the right kind, of course)
• Communication is key - you should be comfortable talking with strangers
• You understand that work is easier - and more fun - with teamwork
• Experience working in a high-volume restaurant/bar is ideal

What you’ll be doing:

• Creating authentic, custom guest experiences through a high level of attention to detail and service
• Delivering high quality food and beverage that is geared toward the guest preferences because you are an expert in what we offer
• Supporting the bar team by juicing, stocking, prepping, rotating kegs, products and service ware that allow proper execution of the steps of service
• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness and organization in bars, service stations, storage areas, prep stations, and all other workstations assigned.
• Working side by side, with your fellow team members in support of providing a high level of hospitality

*** Must be 21 years old and over ***

Follow us @punchbowlsocial or check us out at punchbowlsocial.com

We focus on an inclusive culture and celebrate everyone for who they are. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, physical or mental disability, arrest record, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.