Barback - AVA Rooftop Bar at Stateside Live

Xfinity Live!; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A lively rooftop bar in Philadelphia is seeking a Barback to support the bar team by performing prep work, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have food service experience and must be fluent in English. Responsibilities also include restocking supplies and delivering polite interactions with guests. You will need to be able to lift items up to 200 pounds and work in a dynamic environment, often on nights and weekends.

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.
• Alcohol awareness certification or valid health/food handler card required.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic prep work behind the bar, including refilling ice bins and restocking.
• Change empty kegs and assist in maintaining cleanliness.
• Clear and clean the bar promptly.
• Offer courteous customer service and communicate effectively.

Skills

Food service experience

Fluent English

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Job description

Barback - AVA Rooftop Bar at Stateside Live!

Job Category: FOH

Requisition Number: BARBA005653

• Posted : March 11, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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PA Stateside AVA Bar
AVA Rooftop Bar at Stateside Live!
1100 Pattison Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

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.
• Withstand potential climate temperature changes in assigned work area.

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