Barback - Seasonal

Aparium Hotel Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 24,207 - 34,477; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match

Sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion

Job summary

Aparium Hotel Group is seeking a seasonal Barback in Seattle, responsible for supporting bar operations with tasks like stocking and cleaning. The candidate should have a passion for community and experience in a bar setting. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $21.30 plus tips, alongside benefits like Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match. Join a diverse and inclusive environment focused on hospitality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) years of experience as a Barback in either a free‑standing or hotel bar.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol Servers Permit (MAST) and WA Food handler Permit within 14 days of hire.
• Fluency in English, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Support bar operations by stocking, cleaning, and assisting service team.
• Participate in daily lineups and staff meetings to develop ideas with the service team.
• Observe facility conditions and relay challenges to food and beverage leadership team.

Skills

Service techniques

Time management

Knowledge of beverages

Guest service

Job description

BARBACK - SEASONAL

Reports to F+B Manager; position is non-exempt.

THE ROLE

The Barback reports to Food + Beverage Leadership and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals. It is critical the person in this position possesses a background and knowledge in service techniques and has a natural ability to manage time. As a Barback, you will be responsible for supporting the bar operations. You will be responsible for stocking, cleaning and backing up the bar service team.

What's In It For You

• $21.30 hourly rate plus tips
• Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion

What You Will Do

• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character, driving collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality
• Work in an organized and clean fashion – stocking the bar, racking kegs, filling ice bins, cutting garnishes, preparing juices, syrups and bases, etc. – with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment, and workspace
• Participate in daily lineups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the service team
• Be accountable for working knowledge of the menu; and to serve alcohol safely, responsibly, and legally; and accurately account for all monetary transactions during your shift
• Share your extensive knowledge of the beverage world with your guests, using your product knowledge to enhance a guest experience and offer relevant additions
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic beer, wine, spirit, and cocktail terms and strive to know more
• Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the food and beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed
• Assist in other areas of the F+B Department as needed

What You Will Need

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of restaurants and guest service also required
• Minimum of one (1) years of experience as a Barback in either a free‑standing or hotel bar
• Ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol Servers Permit (MAST) and WA Food handler Permit within 14 days of hire
• Ability to meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol
• Availability to work a flexible schedule to include mornings, weekends and holidays
• Fluency in English, verbal and written
• Ability to continuously stand and/or walk for the majority of a shift
• Ability to lift and/or carry 30 lbs. (chair, table, tray, crate, box, etc.)
• Ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport beverage inventory, equipment, etc.

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve.

Aparium is an E-Verify employer.