Bar Back - El Torito

Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG); Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a vibrant restaurant where your passion for hospitality can shine! As a Bar Back, you'll play a crucial role in supporting bartenders and ensuring a clean, organized bar environment. This entry-level position offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for career growth within a culture that values every team member. With a focus on exceptional service and memorable experiences, you'll be part of a workplace that thrives on teamwork and dedication. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in the hospitality industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Career growth opportunities

Team member dining discounts

Employee referral program

Health insurance for full-time members

Sick time

Financial well-being benefits

Partner perks for discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
• Minimum of one year related experience in a bar or restaurant.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely service to bartenders and prepare all mixes and garnishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Assist with loading/unloading equipment and stock items.

Skills

Guest relations

Sanitation and safety

Safe alcohol service

Communication skills

Proper lifting techniques

Experience with POS systems

Familiarity with beer and spirits

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG) provided pay range

This range is provided by Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$16.93/hr - $16.93/hr

Join the XRG Team: Where Passion for Hospitality Meets Limitless Opportunities!

At Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG), our foundation is built on the unwavering dedication of team members who exude a relentless passion for hospitality. We have set our standards high, never settling for anything less than the extraordinary, because at XRG, we believe in delivering not just meals but unforgettable eXperiences. If you're one of those individuals, we invite you to join our XRG Team!

Why XRG? Here's a Taste of What We Offer:

• Competitive pay: Your hard work deserves more than just a paycheck. Enjoy competitive pay that recognizes your dedication and skills.
• Flexibility: Strike the perfect balance between work and life with our flexible hours. Your time matters, and we value your well-being.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We thrive on promoting from within, fostering #XperienceRealGrowth for every team member.
• Unique Culture: Our Core Values set us apart, making the XRG culture truly unmatched. Join the #XRGFam and eXperience the difference.
• Team Member Dining Discounts: Savor the perks of being part of our team with exclusive dining discounts for you and up to 5 guests.
• Employee Referral Program: Share the joy of being part of the XRG team with others.
• Financial Well-Being: Exclusive Credit Union Benefits, including Checking/Savings, Loans, and Financial Education.
• Partner Perks: Unlock discounted rates on theme parks, travel, apparel, sports tickets, and more!
• Sick Time: Offered in eligible states (CA, CO, AZ, MA, MD, WA, NY, NV, IL), we've got you covered!
• Health Insurance: Take care of your well-being with comprehensive health insurance for our full-time team members.

Join XRG, where every team member is a valued part of our journey. Discover a workplace that goes beyond expectations, a place where your passion meets endless possibilities. Certified Top Workplaces- 5 years running!

Pay Rate: $16.93/Hour, Plus Tips opportunity!

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.

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

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries
• Restaurants

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