Barback

Porchlightbar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant New York bar, Porchlight, seeks a Barback to support their team and create memorable experiences for guests. This role involves stocking, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring smooth operations at the bar. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience in a similar setting, a flair for communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

51% dining discount

Matched 401(k)

Generous Employee Referral Program

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Barback in full-service restaurant.
• Fluency in English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality.
• Stock the bar and maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Communicate effectively with staff and management.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Description

Porchlight is a New York bar with a Southern accent. But what does that mean? Well, we have married the hospitality, soul, drink, and food of the ever-evolving South with the hustle and innovation of the big city we call home. We were born in New York of Southern roots, and we love to reminisce about our home cities of Charleston, New Orleans, or Memphis…but we wouldn’t trade them for New York. Even when the L train isn’t running.

Who you are:

The Barback is an important partner to our Bar and Service teams and is responsible for ensuring that our Bar team has everything they need in order to create memorable moments of hospitality for our guests. The Barback is also responsible for keeping all components of the bar area clean, organized, and stocked.

What you’ll do:

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality.
• Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all guests at the bar.
• Stock the bar with necessary product and service tools.
• Prepare necessary garnishes, syrups, juices, and/or batches.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including the seating area.
• Follows proper steps of service with grace, while maintaining a sense of urgency throughout service.
• Communicates effectively with staff members, management, and the kitchen during service.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed and other duties as assigned to support team objectives and operational success.

What we need from you:

• 2+ years experience as a Barback role in a full-service restaurant
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to balance & carry multiple plates, glass racks and or/glasses, and lift objects up to 30 lbs.

What you’ll get from us:

• Hourly rate of $11/hr + tips
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
• 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
• Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services
• Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

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