Barback

American Social - Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

American Social - Fort Lauderdale is seeking a front-of-house team member to assist in the bar and dining areas. You will deliver beverages and food, stock the bar, and maintain cleanliness to ensure an exceptional guest experience.

Ideal candidates are of legal age to serve alcohol, fluent in English, and able to work late-night shifts while standing for extended periods. This position is paid at minimum wage with potential tips and growth within the team.

Qualifications

• Must meet local legal age to serve alcohol.
• Fluent in English; able to read, write and speak.
• Able to stand for 8–12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work late-night shifts (up to 4 AM).
• Alcohol awareness certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Take and deliver beverage orders, pour drinks, and ensure guest engagement.
• Stock bar supplies, maintain cleanliness, and reset the bar for new guests.
• Check IDs and comply with liquor laws to prevent service to minors or intoxicated guests.
• Provide excellent guest service and collaborate with FOH and BOH team members.
• Operate bar equipment safely and communicate issues to management.

Skills

Fluent in English

Attention to detail

Able to stand 8–12 hours

Late-night availability

Education

Alcohol Awareness Certification

Food handling certificate

Job description

Job Functions

• Live and embraces American Social Vision and Core Values
• Reports to work on time and prepared for the shift
• Follows all Image and Appearance standards
• Has a positive attitude and provides the best service possible
• Ensures bar is stocked with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, ice, bar tools, cleaning items, etc.
• Prepares bar prep items using recipe, proper portioning, and storage to fulfill guests’ orders
• Uses FIFO procedures to ensure freshness of product and eliminate waste
• High production standards including, consistency, firmness, and temperature of food
• Maintains supplies, fresh ice, garnish containers, juices, liquor, beer and wine stock
• Changes beer kegs, soft drink containers, and CO2 tanks to ensure fresh product
• Performs bar set up and closing duties
• Cleans and prepares bar and tables for new guests
• Supports restaurant maintenance by stocking supplies and keeping it clean and organized
• Has basic food and beverage knowledge and is able to confidently answer guests questions
• Delivers beverages and food and maintains engagement to ensure a positive experience
• Complies with all state and federal liquor laws by requesting that guests present a valid ID
• Adheres to alcohol awareness procedures for preventing guest intoxication
• Ensures all bar equipment is in proper working order, communicating problems when necessary
• Cleans, sanitizes and, polishes glassware ensuring cleanliness and presentation standards
• Communicates with team using radios
• Practices teamwork during all shifts and supports both FOH and BOH priorities
• Works cohesively with all Team Members
• Flexible to assist in other departments as requested
• Works well under pressure
• Follows the direction of the Managers on duty
• Supports and follows all Marketing initiatives
• Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, and administrative procedures

Qualifications

• Must meet local, legal minimum age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages
• Ability to work Late Night shifts, potentially to between 12 AM – 4AM
• Works assigned scheduled shifts
• Alcohol Awareness Certification required
• Food handling certificate a plus
• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
• Able to bend at the waist and lift items up to 50 lbs. to waist level
• Able to move items up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to 25 feet
• Able to remain standing and active for an 8-12 hour shift.
• Able to tolerate exposure to cold temperatures (below 0° F) throughout the shift.
• Able to hear, understand, and respond to requests in a loud environment
• Skill and coordination at using hands to pour drinks, carry glasses, cut garnishes, etc.

Compensation

Minimum Wage