Bar Backs

Cheeky's; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays off

Restaurant discounts

Referral incentives

Paid community volunteer opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Cheeky's in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking Barbacks to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for those looking to get into the bar industry, to learn and develop skills and work your way up to bartend.

Barbacks are a critical part of the restaurant and must possess a sense of urgency, provide friendly service, and maintain great communication skills. If you are a proactive team player with a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Food handler's certification required.
• Excellent customer service and people skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and maintain appropriate tone and body language.
• Support service at the bar before, during and after the shift.
• Anticipate guests' needs and acknowledge them so they feel attended to.
• Complete all side work as assigned.
• Communicate with other staff and management regarding guest needs.

Skills

Excellent Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Ability to Stand and Walk

Detail Oriented

Willingness to Learn

Ability to Lift 25 Pounds

Food Handler's Certification

Education

Food handler's certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Cheeky's is a neighborhood seafood restaurant and oyster bar set along St. Petersburg's Grand Central District. A mix between a salty Old Florida fish shack and a classic New England oyster bar, with a menu of classic American dishes and something for everyone.

We are excited to bring a fresh dining experience to the community, featuring a menu inspired by simple and classic American dishes, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. Our restaurant is dedicated to creating a warm and inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy exceptional food and service.

Behind the bar we're shaking up classic drinks and serving frozen cocktails. Our wine list is full of small production and natural bottles. Light local beers on tap and a deep list of no & low alcohol drinks round out the menu. We're an easy‑going spot with friendly service, good for the whole family. Grab a seat along our sidewalk patio for great people watching (dog‑friendly too!) or in the dining room surrounding our horseshoe bar.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help us set a new standard for hospitality in St. Petersburg.

Cheeky's is hiring Barbacks to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity for those looking to get into the bar industry, to learn and develop skills and work your way up to bartend.

Barbacks are a critical part of the restaurant and must possess a sense of urgency, provide friendly service, and maintain great communication skills.

If you are a proactive team player with a strong work ethic, are detail‑oriented, and have a passion for hospitality, we want to hear from you!

At Cheeky's, we take care of our people. We've developed an unusual company culture focused on creating an environment where talented people can thrive, lifting ourselves, each other and our guests. We achieve this with thorough and ongoing training in the core fundamentals and high‑functioning teamwork across the entire organization.

We all work to be the FACE of Cheeky's; Focus > Attitude > Care > Effort. If each team member wins in each of these items, everyone wins.

Teamwork is the essential element of your position at Cheeky's. Everyone is equally responsible for ensuring the experience of our guests is extraordinary. The words "no" and "it's not my job" are never to be used. Tere are no boundaries in these duties, in addition to the specific job responsibilities listed.

The cleanliness and maintenance of the restaurant is everyone's responsibility. Always check the floor, service stations, restrooms, etc. for debris and do not pass it by if you notice that something is needed. If you see something, say something!

Compensation & Benefits

• Holidays off
• Restaurant discounts
• Referral incentives
• Paid community volunteer opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome each guest and be aware of tone and body language at all times
• Support service at the bar before during and after the shift
• Anticipate guests' needs and acknowledge guests so they know you will be right with them
• Complete all side work as assigned
• Communicate with other staff and management regarding the needs of the guest
• Other duties as assigned

Core Qualifications

• Food handler's certification
• Excellent customer service and people skills required
• Good working knowledge of beverages and a willingness to learn
• Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively
• Ability to read menus, safety documents, etc.

Skills

• Excellent Customer Service
• Menu Knowledge and Sales Skills
• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Reading Comprehension
• Experience with POS systems
• Willingness to Learn
• Ability to Lift and Carry Items Up to 25 Pounds
• Food and Beverage Quality Standards
• Manual Dexterity
• Safety Procedures Knowledge
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Teamwork
• Detail Oriented
• Ability to Stand and Walk for Prolonged Periods
• Prioritization
• Basic Math Skills
• Food Handler's Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Frequent reaching, bending, and stooping required to serve guests and perform side work.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds regularly, such as trays with food and beverages.
• Ability to move quickly and efficiently between dining and kitchen areas.
• Manual dexterity required for handling small items (e.g., glassware, silverware) and operating point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Work is performed in a fast-paced, indoor and outdoor environment that may include exposure to varying levels of noise and temperature changes.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cheeky's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.