Barback

The 1933 Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bigfoot West is a busy neighborhood bar on the West Side of Los Angeles seeking a reliable barback to support bartenders and keep the bar running smoothly during high-volume nights.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying on their feet, being busy, and contributing to a tight-knit bar team. You will stock, clean, and restock to ensure efficient service behind the bar.

Qualifications

• Experience in bar or restaurant settings preferred.
• Comfort lifting kegs, cases, and bar supplies.
• Ability to work late nights and weekends.
• Strong sense of urgency and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Stock bar with beer, liquor, ice, garnishes, glassware, and supplies.
• Keep bar/service area clean and safe, wipe surfaces, clear trash, tidy stations.
• Wash, polish, and restock glassware to prevent shortages.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and setup/breakdown.
• Move and lift kegs and cases safely during restocking.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Stamina

Late-night work

Job description

Barback

Company Overview

Bigfoot West is a busy neighborhood bar on the West Side, known for its lively atmosphere, great drinks, and late-night crowd. Our team takes pride in fast, friendly service and a clean, well-organized bar.

We work hard, move fast, and support each other so guests have a great experience every time they walk through the door.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking barback to keep our bartenders set up for success and our bar running smoothly during high-volume nights. This is a great role for someone who enjoys being on their feet, staying busy, and being an essential part of a tight-knit bar team.

If you enjoy a fast-paced, late-night environment and want to build or grow your experience in the bar industry, this position offers hands-on learning and the chance to become a go-to team member behind the bar.

What You'll Do

• Keep bartenders stocked with beer, liquor, ice, garnishes, glassware, and supplies throughout service so drinks can be made quickly and accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and service area, including wiping surfaces, clearing trash, and keeping floors and stations safe and tidy.
• Wash, polish, and restock glassware so the bar never runs low, even during peak rushes.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including setting up the bar for service and breaking down and restocking at the end of the night.
• Move and lift kegs, cases, and other bar supplies safely and efficiently as part of regular restocking.

What We're Looking For

• Previous bar or restaurant experience is preferred, especially in a fast-paced or high-volume setting.
• Comfort lifting and moving kegs, cases, and other supplies on a regular basis.
• Strong sense of urgency, teamwork, and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working late nights and weekends in a busy bar environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Nights and weekends required
• Fast-paced, high-volume bar environment
• Barback position
• Late-night shifts