Barback

Beemok Hospitality Holdings LLC; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Beemok Hospitality Holdings LLC is seeking a Barback to help ensure the bar is stocked, clean, and ready for service, enabling bartenders to operate smoothly. You will prepare juices and garnishes, restock coolers, and maintain bar cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

You will work as part of a team, applying knowledge of beverages and garnish techniques, communicating clearly with staff, and supporting smooth service operations while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior hospitality and/or food & beverage experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate clearly with guests and colleagues.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with server to ensure communication about guests' wants and needs.
• Bus/bar setup and breakdown, stocking beverages and mis-en-place.
• Prepare and serve coffee and tea; deliver items to bar guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area and service stations.
• Maintain knowledge of beverages, garnish techniques, and menu items.
• Comply with health, safety, and labor regulations.
• Perform any additional supportive functions as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Basic math

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Primary role of the Barback is to ensure that the bar is set and maintained so that the bar staff is equipped to run an effective operation.

Duties include preparing juices and garnishes, restocking coolers and storage areas, maintaining the cleanliness of the bar area, delivering food to bar guests, and setting up and breaking down of bar. Must be pleasant, conscientious, and professional with good knowledge of alcoholic beverage selections and garnish techniques. Must be able to operate effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and ensure smooth service operations and quality service.

While no job description can possibly provide a comprehensive list of job duties, the following is a summary of the major responsibilities for the position.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Liaise with server to ensure communication at all times about wants and needs of guests.
• Busses bar.
• Stocks all mis-en-place for Bar service.
• Serves and refills water.
• Prepares and serves coffee and tea.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the bar area.
• Stocks and organizes all beverages in the bar area including alcohol, juices, N/A, mixers, etc.
• Polishes glass and silverware.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment all times in the Dining Room and all service stations.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the restaurant employees and guests.
• In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in communication with guests, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must have complete knowledge of POS system.
• Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware.
• Ability to describe all menu items, prices and methods of preparation.
• And to use suggestive selling techniques to encourage the guests to choose items that are house specialties.
• Must have complete knowledge of products and specifications that is outlined in the dinner menu.
• Must have minimum age to serve alcohol.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior hospitality and/ or food & beverage experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift equipment, supplies, etc. of at least 30 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for 8 hours in length.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and subordinates.
• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.

BHC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law. BHC participates in E-Verify.

A career at BHC is an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Here, we cultivate a culture where excellence and integrity thrive, and where each team member’s potential is nurtured in a dynamic, supportive environment. Your talents are recognized. Your ambitions are encouraged. Your work truly matters. Join us and discover where your journey at BHC can take you. Beemok Hospitality Collection (BHC) is a purpose-driven portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and cultural landmarks in Charleston. Founded in 2021, BHC is guided by the belief that hospitality is at its finest when it creates enduring, meaningful connections. The journey began with the revitalization of The Charleston Place and has since grown to include Sorelle, The Riviera Theater, Credit One Stadium, American Gardens, and the upcoming waterfront hotel, The Cooper. Each property reflects BHC's vision of hospitality as a way to connect people, celebrate culture, and carry Charleston forward.