Bar Back - Fast-Paced Bar, Tips Eligible

Gold Key PHR; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 4,100 - 6,900; Full time

Job summary

Gold Key PHR in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Barback to support bartenders, maintain glassware inventory, stock bar supplies, and help with setup and breakdown. You will keep the bar clean and organized, rotate stock, and ensure compliance with liquor laws.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in a high-volume outlet, strong English communication, and the stamina to work long hours on their feet. Must be 18+ and reliable.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication in English.
• Demonstrates speed, accuracy and guest-service courtesy.
• Willing to work long hours on feet in high pressure environment.
• Physically able to bend, lift, push and pull.
• Must listen to direction and be at least 18 years old.
• Experience: at least 1 year in a mid/high-volume outlet.
• Experience with beverages, wines and spirits helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pars of supplies at the bar by stocking ice, paper products, to go cups, glassware, roll ups, etc.
• Keep bartender informed of items to be ordered on regular basis.
• Acknowleges a guest if bartender is with another guest and relates guest orders to bartender.
• Respond to requests from bartenders for priorities and assistance.
• Bring bar food from the kitchen to the bar for bartender to serve.
• Help set bar wells when needed.
• Cut bar fruit daily as needed.
• Check all glassware for chips, spots, prints, soap residue, lipstick, etc.
• Assist in clearing the bar by returning all used plates and silverware to dish room.
• Rinse blenders and other equipment as used.
• Rotate stock and maintain storage with organization and cleanliness.
• Understand and comply with liquor laws.
• Report to head bartender when arriving and before leaving.
• Complete all assigned sidework and checklists.

Skills

Communication skills

Speed and accuracy

Stamina for long hours

Physical fitness

Attention to details

Listening to directions

Over 18

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Gold Key PHR in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Barback to support bartenders, maintain glassware inventory, stock bar supplies, and help with setup and breakdown. You will keep the bar clean and organized, rotate stock, and ensure compliance with liquor laws.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in a high-volume outlet, strong English communication, and the stamina to work long hours on their feet. Must be 18+ and reliable.