Barback

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2 employee meal on workdays

25% discount on Food and Beverage at all Puerto Vallarta restaurants

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Barback to support bartenders, ensure cleanliness, and maintain supplies. You will be responsible for restocking drinks, assisting in service, and maintaining an organized bar area. A TIPS Alcohol Certification and 1 to 2 years of related experience are required. The position offers $2 employee meals on workdays and a 25% discount on food and beverages at all affiliated restaurants.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years experience as a bartender in a related restaurant.
• 1 to 2 years experience as a barback in a Puerto Vallarta restaurant.
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry heavy items for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Restock alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Assist bartenders during peak service and fetch ingredients.
• Track inventory levels and notify supervisors when reordering.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Proactivity

Mathematical ability

Oral and written communication

Effective communication

Education

TIPS Alcohol Certified (or equivalent)

Job description

Barback

Responsible for assisting bartenders and ensuring that the bar area is well-stocked, clean, and organized.

Responsibilities

• Stocking and Replenishing Supplies: Restock alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages, mixers, garnishes, ice, and other bar supplies; ensure sufficient clean glassware.
• Maintaining Cleanliness: Wipe down surfaces, clean spills, empty trash bins, and keep the bar area tidy.
• Assisting Bartenders: Fetch ingredients, prepare cocktail components, and support bartenders during peak service.
• Restocking Bar Tools: Provide shakers, strainers, jiggers, and other tools; wash and polish glassware and bar tools.
• Maintaining Inventory: Track inventory levels and notify supervisors when supplies need reordering.
• Setting Up and Breaking Down: Assist with opening and closing procedures, set up the bar for service, and clean up after closing.
• Assisting Customers: Promptly deliver orders and answer basic questions about the bar’s offerings.
• Adhering to Safety and Hygiene Standards: Follow food safety and hygiene practices; dispose of glassware and other items safely.
• Lifting and Physical Labor: Lift heavy cases of alcohol or kegs and move furniture as needed.
• Teamwork: Collaborate closely with bartenders, servers, and other staff to ensure efficient operation.

English Qualifications

• Required: TIPS Alcohol Certified (or equivalent).
• Skills: Leadership, creativity, proactivity, mathematical ability, oral and written communication, effective communication.
• Values: Kindness, punctuality, responsibility, ethics, discretion, honesty, respect.
• Physical Capacity: Ability to stand, walk, and carry heavy items for extended periods; handle trays with food and drinks.
• Scheduling: Availability to work weekends and holidays.
• Experience: 1 to 2 years as a bartender in a related restaurant; 1 to 2 years as a barback in a Puerto Vallarta restaurant.
• Benefits: $2 employee meal on workdays; 25% discount on Food and Beverage at all Puerto Vallarta restaurants.
• Uniform: Black dress pants (no denim, no leggings), black shirt, tie for men, scarf for women, apron, non‑slip black shoes.

Responsabilidades (Español)

• Organizar, abastecer suministros para la operación total del bar.
• Lavar, secar y reabastecer estaciones de barra.
• Mantener limpieza en general de barra, pisos, utensilios y sumisitos.
• Preparar, elaborar y servir bebidas a los clientes y compañeros.
• Saludar a todos los clientes que llegan, se van o buscan el baño.
• Referirse a las personas con adjetivos de respeto y presentarse en la mesa con fraseología apropiada.
• Recomendar aperitivos, comidas y postres; usar el verbo “gustaría” en vez de “quiere”.
• Repetir la orden y anticipar necesidades.
• Mantener la mesa limpia y ordenada en todo momento.
• Servir alcohol con certificación TIPS.
• Disponibilidad para trabajar fines de semana y días festivos.
• Uniforme: pantalón de vestir negro, camisa negra, corbata (hombres), mascarilla (mujeres), mandil y zapatos negros antiderrapantes.