Bar Back

Clive Collective; Little Reed Heights (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Clive Collective in Tiburon, CA is seeking a Bar Back to support the Bartenders and maintain a fast, clean, and well-stocked bar. You will help with opening/closing, stocking garnishes, ice, glassware, and batching components, enabling smooth beverage execution and guest flow.

This role emphasizes urgency, awareness, teamwork, and a strong work ethic, with opportunities to advance and participate in training and development in a dynamic restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Bartenders with opening and closing duties, including setup and breakdown of the bar
• Maintain the bar fully stocked with ice, glassware, garnishes, spirits, beer, and wine
• Prepare garnishes, juices, and batching components according to standards
• Keep surfaces clean, organized, and service-ready
• Assist with restocking wine and liquor and managing storage areas
• Handle trash, recycling, and upkeep of bar-related areas
• Assist with running beverages or food as needed to support restaurant flow

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Department

Front of House Reports To: Restaurant Manager -> General Manager

Location

Tiburon, California

Pay

$16.90/hour + Tips

Position Overview

The Bar Back is a foundational part of the bar team, responsible for supporting the Bartenders and ensuring the bar operates with speed, efficiency, and consistency. This role requires urgency, awareness, and a strong work ethic, with the ability to anticipate needs before they arise. The Bar Back maintains the flow of the bar by keeping it fully stocked, clean, and organized at all times, allowing Bartenders to focus on guest interaction and beverage execution. More than just support, this position plays a direct role in the overall guest experience by contributing to a seamless, well-executed service environment.

Team Support & Awareness

• Anticipate the needs of Bartenders and proactively provide support throughout service
• Maintain constant awareness of bar flow, stepping in without being asked to ensure efficiency
• Communicate clearly with the bar team to support timing and execution

Stocking & Preparation

• Keep the bar fully stocked with all necessary products including ice, glassware, garnishes, spirits, beer, and wine
• Prepare garnishes, juices, and batching components according to standards
• Replenish inventory continuously throughout service to avoid disruptions

Cleanliness & Organization

• Maintain a clean, organized, and polished bar environment at all times
• Clear glassware, clean surfaces, and manage dish flow efficiently
• Ensure all tools, equipment, and workspaces are properly maintained and service-ready

Operational Support

• Assist Bartenders with opening and closing duties, including setup and breakdown of the bar
• Support with restocking wine & liquor, and maintaining storage areas
• Handle trash, recycling, and overall upkeep of bar-related areas

Service Contribution

• Assist with running beverages or food when needed to support overall restaurant flow
• Step into additional responsibilities as directed by management to ensure seamless operations