Barback

Corner Table; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, vision, life保险

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Gym discounts

Commuter benefits

Referral bonus

Generous paid time off

Collaborative high-performing culture

Job summary

THE SMITH in Gary, IN is seeking a Barback to support bartenders during service, keep the bar clean and well-stocked, and restock supplies as needed.

You’ll help ensure smooth service, maintain par levels, and assist with end-of-night duties while enjoying a collaborative hospitality culture.

Qualifications

• Honesty and integrity are essential.
• Detail-oriented and confident in your abilities.
• Team player with strong communication.
• Able to make guests happy and have fun.
• Passion for hospitality and food & beverage.
• Interest in learning about food and beverages.
• Willing to go above and beyond to please guests.
• Previous barback experience.

Responsibilities

• Support bartenders during service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar.
• Restock bar supplies, change kegs, replenish syrups, and garnishes.
• Wash and polish glassware to maintain par levels.
• Anticipate the needs of the bar team and assist during service.
• Uphold cleanliness standards across bar areas.
• Complete end-of-night tasks and reset the bar for the next service.

Skills

Barback experience

Team player

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

THE SMITH

Our purpose is simple make people happy! Since 2007, we’ve served food people crave. We are passionate about taking great care of our employees, our guests, and our community. We are obsessed with building a positive, empowering, and supportive culture. We care about every meal and every moment. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. We believe in working closely with local farmers and purveyors that we trust to serve consistently delicious food and drinks. We have high standards for every ingredient, and we put thought into every bite.

THE POSITION: BARBACK

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support bartenders throughout service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar at all times
• Restock bar supplies, including changing kegs, replenishing syrups, and preparing garnishes
• Wash and polish glassware as needed to maintain par levels
• Anticipate the needs of the bar team and proactively assist during service
• Uphold cleanliness standards by maintaining all bar areas throughout the shift
• Complete end-of-night responsibilities, including removing trash, cleaning bar stools, and resetting the bar for the next service

WHAT MAKES YOU GREAT: (QUALIFICATIONS)

• You exemplify the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• You are highly confident in your abilities and are detail-oriented.
• You are a team player and have excellent communication skills.
• You genuinely get joy out of making people happy and are able to have fun while working
• You have a love and passion for the hospitality industry.
• Learning about food and beverage excites you.
• You are willing to go above and beyond to please guests.
• You have previous barback experience.

WHAT MAKES US GREAT: (OUR BENEFITS)

• Competitive hourly rate of pay
• Bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Referral bonus program
• Generous paid time off
• A collaborative, high-performing environment with a team that takes pride in their work

STATEMENT OF DIVERSITY

At Corner Table Restaurants, each person brings their own perspectives and experiences. We strive to create an environment that is consciously inclusive, psychologically, and physically safe, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued. Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace are essential to living our Core Values. We create and promote a culture that advocates for the equality of everyone, and it is our mission to continually maintain an environment where all our team members and guests belong, are respected, and thrive while being their best authentic selves.

Corner Table Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer