Barback

Barcade Llc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision options

401(k) participation

Quarterly bonus eligibility

Employee discounts

Job summary

Barcade Llc in New York, NY is seeking a Barback to support bartenders, restock supplies, maintain cleanliness, and assist with food running in a fast-paced arcade bar environment. You will help deliver excellent guest service and contribute to a vibrant hospitality culture.

Role requires standing for long periods and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs; previous bar experience is helpful but a willingness to learn is key. Barcade offers a lively workplace with craft beer and classic arcade games.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced bar setting.
• Working knowledge of craft beer.
• Interest in vintage arcade games.
• A passion for hospitality and customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 60 lbs, with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Restock ice, glassware, juices, purees, and paper goods as necessary.
• Retrieve and wash bar glassware, and replace/test bar dish sanitization when necessary.
• Deliver food orders to customers.
• Check customers' identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age.
• Stay guest-focused and nurture an excellent guest experience.
• Comply with all food and beverage health and safety regulations.

Skills

Experience in fast-paced bar setting

Craft beer knowledge

Interest in vintage arcade games

Hospitality and customer service

Attention to detail and organization

Ability to stand long periods and lift

Job description

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New York, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1375

Salary Range: $11.35 To $11.35 Hourly

What You'll Do

At Barcade, our Barbacks are essential team members who ensure our bartenders are equipped to provide excellent guest service. They restock supplies, maintain cleanliness, assist with food running, and uphold Barcade’s standards for organization, hospitality, and operational efficiency. The barback role supports a high-energy, fast-paced service environment, contributing to the success of both the bar and guest experience.

Job Snapshot

• Restock ice, glassware, juices, purees, and paper goods as necessary
• Retrieve and wash bar glassware, and replace/test bar dish sanitization when necessary
• Deliver food orders to customers
• Check customers' identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Stay guest-focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage health and safety regulations

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Experience in a fast-paced bar setting.
• Working knowledge of craft beer.
• Interest in vintage arcade games.
• A passion for hospitality and customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, including remaining on your feet for extended periods and lifting up to 60 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision options for health benefit coverage, subject to eligiblity and plan terms
• Supplementary accident and critical illness insurance options
• 401(k) participation subject to eligibility and plan terms
• Quarterly bonus eligibility, subject to plan terms
• Employee discounts and more!

The Original Arcade Bar

Barcade is the originator of the arcade bar concept and the largest operator of arcade bars in the United States. Barcade locations feature 40 to 75 video games and pinball machines mostly from the classic period of the 1980s as well as 24 American craft beers on draft. In addition to beer, Barcade locations offer a full bar with craft spirits and cocktails and creative variations on classic pub food. All Barcade locations are certified green by the Green Restaurant Association, a national non-profit organization that recognizes and certifies environmentally responsible restaurant and bar operations.

Disclosures

Barcade is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy or related conditions, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Barcade participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of Form I-9 and E-Verify verification.

Barcade will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the New York City Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable fair chance hiring laws.

The pay range listed for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of the compensation Barcade expects to pay for this role in the posted geographic location. Actual compensation will depend on experience and qualifications.

Barcade provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us.

Employment with Barcade is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice, except where otherwise required by applicable law.