Barback - AVA Rooftop Bar at Stateside Live!

Stateside Live!; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Stateside Live! in Philadelphia is launching AVA Rooftop Bar, an open-air venue above the Sports Complex featuring skyline views, craft cocktails, and a high-energy social atmosphere.

The Barback will support a polished service environment behind the bar—performing prep work, restocking, keg changes, and cleanups while delivering friendly, professional guest service. Nights and weekends are common shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service and bar/nightclub operations.
• Fluent English required; other languages preferred.
• Must be 18+ or older per state regulations.
• Strong communication with guests and staff.
• Alcohol awareness certification or valid permit/food handler card.

Responsibilities

• Energetic, outgoing, fun while remaining professional.
• Perform basic bar prep: refill ice, restock beer/liquor, cut garnishes.
• Change empty kegs in keg room and move full kegs.
• Maintain a clean and tidy environment; clean spills; empty trash.

Skills

Food service experience

Fluent English

Age 18+

Communication skills

Alcohol awareness

Reading & writing

Math skills

Night/weekend availability

Job description

Elevated above the Sports Complex, AVA Rooftop Bar will introduce a refined open-air experience to Stateside Live! Blending skyline views with a high-energy social atmosphere, AVA will feature craft cocktails, curated entertainment, and a stylish rooftop setting designed for sunset gatherings and late-night celebrations alike. With premium finishes, dynamic DJ programming, and an upscale yet approachable vibe, AVA Rooftop Bar will redefine nightlife in South Philadelphia.

Barback Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Show that you are an energetic, outgoing, fun person while maintaining professionalism.
• Perform basic prep work behind the bar: refilling ice bins, restocking beer/liquor, cutting garnishes.
• Change empty kegs in keg room, including moving full kegs of beer.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment by cleaning up spills and emptying trash cans.
• Organizes bar and drink ware.
• Clear and clean bar in a timely manner.
• Perform more than one task at a time.
• Offer polite, professional, and courteous customer service.
• Communicate effectively, clearly, patiently and humorously with co-workers and guests.
• Complete all side work as assigned.

Barback Qualifications

• Food service experience with general knowledge of bar/nightclub operations.
• Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred.
• Must be at least age 18 or older, depending on state regulations.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The Barback position requires the ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 200 pounds (kegs, ice, glasses, trays, etc.)
• Move about the facility efficiently and safely.
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely.
• Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling
• Withstand potential climate temperature changes in assigned work area.