Barback

Luminary Hotel & Co; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Luminary Hotel & Co is seeking a Barback in Fort Myers, FL to support bartenders and keep the outlet well-stocked and organized. The role emphasizes friendly guest interaction, efficiency, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Responsibilities include stocking, garnishing, running food, and maintaining par levels, with a focus on accuracy, sanitation, and guest satisfaction. Prior hospitality experience and comfort with POS systems are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in restaurant or bar environment.
• Knowledge of beer, wine and liquor.
• Customer service experience is essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with hospitality mindset.
• Ability to use technology (computers/tablets/iPads/POS).
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Sense of ownership in all duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide service to bartenders promptly and professionally.
• Prepare beverage garnishes and mixes.
• Stock and rotate beer, wine, liquor, and supplies accurately.
• Clean glasses, utensils, tools and bar equipment.
• Run food from kitchen to bar to ensure timely service.
• Share menu knowledge with guests, including ingredients and prices.
• Maintain opening/closing par levels for beverages and consumables.
• Assist in receiving and unloading bar items and stocking.
• Keep the bar, cooler and storage area clean and organized.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

POS systems

Beverage knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS (Point of Sale)

Tablets/iPads

Job description

## BarbackApply: Fort Myers, FL: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR103123# **We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.**The Prep/Bar Back will be responsible for ensuring exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance with the Luminary Hotel service standards and Mainsail Lodging & Development standards. The Bar Back will also be responsible for helping all other staff and operations to maintain a well-organized, clean, and well-stocked outlet. Friendly interactions with patrons will be required, but the focus will be on the support staff position.**What you have*** High school diploma, equivalent, or higher* Previous hospitality experience* Minimum 1-year experience working in a restaurant or bar setting* Knowledge and experience with beer, wine, and liquor* Customer service experience* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written* Experience working on a team in a hospitality setting* Ability to use technology, e.g., computers, tablets, iPads, and POS* Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.* A sense of ownership in everything that you do**What you’ll do*** Provide service to bartenders in a timely manner* Prepare beverage garnishes and mixes* Ensure proper stocking and rotation of beer, liquor, wine, and consumable items* Clean glasses, utensils, tools, and other bar equipment* Run food from kitchen to bar and bar area to ensure guests receive their food in a timely manner* Provide guests with menu knowledge, including ingredients, preparation, and prices* Maintain opening and closing par levels for beer, wine, liquor, and consumables* Assist in the receiving and unloading of bar items. Ensure proper stocking* Maintain a clean and organized bar, cooler, and bar storage area* Other necessary duties as reasonably assigned by the manager**Physical Demand*** Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time* Ability to bend* Ability to lift, pull 50 lbs.* Ability to communicate clearly* Ability to work long hours as needed**Mental Demands*** Make sound judgments quickly* Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress toward deadlines* Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others* Manage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the community* Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality* Ability to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations* Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary