Bar Support Specialist — Fast-Paced, Guest-Focused

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar is seeking a Barback to support bar staff and enhance guest experiences. You will help maintain bar readiness, stock and prep ingredients, and ensure smooth shift operations.

The role requires stamina, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant setting while upholding safety and cleanliness standards. Expect long hours standing and teamwork with bartenders and kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Standing for long periods.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and follow juice/batch cocktail recipes.
• Proper knife handling and kitchen equipment use.
• Maintain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests and staff in a professional, positive manner.
• Assist bar staff by filling ice wells and stocking liquor as needed.
• Ensure beer, wine and cordials are stocked.
• Refill and date mixers, juices, and syrups.
• Prepare garnishes and set up the bar top for service.
• Empty bus tubs and prebus the bar top.
• Make batch cocktails following recipes; manage batch system changes.
• Be punctual and wear proper uniform for shifts.
• Safely operate juicing machines and maintain pars for the bar.
• Follow management and bartender directions.
• Know the menu thoroughly to answer guest questions.
• Obtain and keep required certifications.
• Set up and break down the bar before and after shifts and clean surfaces.

Skills

Stamina

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Team player

Safety consciousness

Job description

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar is seeking a Barback to support bar staff and enhance guest experiences. You will help maintain bar readiness, stock and prep ingredients, and ensure smooth shift operations.

The role requires stamina, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant setting while upholding safety and cleanliness standards. Expect long hours standing and teamwork with bartenders and kitchen staff.