Bar Back

Pink Taco; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant chain in Washington, DC, is seeking a Barback to support bartenders and ensure excellent guest service. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized bar area, preparing mixes, and assisting guests with inquiries. Ideal candidates should have a passion for creating outstanding experiences, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of related experience. Enjoy a fun work culture with hourly pay plus tips and benefits for full-time employees.

Benefits

Hourly + Tips

Benefits eligible for FT Employees

Company Discounts

Fun Work Culture

Qualifications

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 21+ years of age.
• Minimum of one year related experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide service to bartenders in a timely manner.
• Keep bar top clean and organized.
• Ensure proper rotation of all consumables.
• Respond to guest concerns while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Comply with safety and health procedures.

Skills

Guest relations

Sanitation and safety

Proper lifting techniques

Familiarity with beer and spirits

Experience with POS systems

Education

High School Diploma

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

POS systems

Job description

As much as we worship the almighty tortilla, we obsess over surrounding ourselves with wonderful energy, culture, and team members. Joining our crew means you’ll play a key role in bringing the spirit of Pink Taco and our menu to life for our fans. We are a company that is focused on growing both our brand and our team members. We want people who love to bring joy to others through great service and delicious tacos. And in return, we strive to create a great work environment. We will work hard but love our jobs. Plus, we’ll have a hell of a lot of fun doing it too.

PURPOSE

The barback is responsible for keeping their assigned area clean and well stocked, working in conjunction with the bartender and providing fast, effective and accurate bar and bar related services.Pink Taco is looking for a FUN, FAIR, HONEST, HARDWORKING, UNPRETENTIOUS AND UNCOMPLICATED individual with a passion for creating an outstanding guest experience.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide service to bartenders in a timely manner
• Prepare all mixes and garnishes
• Ensure proper rotation of all liquor, beer, wine and consumable items
• Keep bar top clean and free of dirty glasses, dirty ashtrays, trash, etc. throughout shift
• Keep back bar clean and organized
• Clean all spills immediately and place all trash in proper receptacles
• Sweep and mop as needed
• Empty trash as necessary
• Assist with loading/unloading of miscellaneous equipment, such as boxes, food and beverage product
• Maintain opening/closing liquor, beer, wine and consumables par
• Ensure all stocking is complete, requisitions are filled out and any shortage of stock is reported
• Provide guests with accurate and thorough information regarding menu items, pricing, and allergen information
• Recognize and cultivate regular guests and repeat business
• Respond to guest concerns/complaints and correct errors or resolve complaints while maintaining a positive attitude escalating to management when necessary
• Monitor potentially intoxicated and/or disruptive guests and promptly bring to a manager’s attention
• Inform management of any complaint, comments or incident
• Ensure nightly/weekly and opening/running/closing duties are completed
• Record and report any equipment failure and/or safety hazards to management immediately’
• Move furniture as directed by management, including but not limited to: tables, chairs, bar stools, banquettes, bar tables, boxes, and equipment
• Comply with all safety and health department procedures and all state and federal liquor laws
• Maintain company safety and sanitation standards
  Assists and/ or completes additional tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High School Diploma preferred
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
• Valid Driver’s License
• 21+ years of age
• Possession of or the ability to possess all state required work cards
• Minimum of one (1) years related experience
• Experience with POS systems
• Familiarity with beer and spirits
• Proper lifting techniques
• Guest relations
• Sanitation and safety
• Safe alcohol service
• Full service restaurant operations
• Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the public

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Hourly + Tips
• Benefits eligible for FT Employees
• Company Discounts
• Fun Work Culture

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions described below are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

• Work indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volume
• Fast paced, high volume, full service restaurant
• Work varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to walk long periods of time
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of time
• Ability to understand the speech of another person
• Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Ability to push and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of duties, which you as a Barback are expected to perform in your normal course of work. It is by no means an all-inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties. You should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time with or without notice.