BARBACK - BAR

Cescaphe Events Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

BARPhiladelphia seeks a part-time Barback to support event service. You will set up, restock and breakdown bars, prepare ice, garnishes, glassware and tools, and work with bartenders to ensure smooth operations.

You will keep areas clean, rotate stock, and assist during busy periods while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods in a noisy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• RAMP Certificate required within 90 days of hire.
• At least 2 years’ related experience.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts (proportions, percentages, volume).
• Clear English communication; customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Set up, break down and restock bar supplies for events.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bars and stations.
• Assist bartenders and staff during events to ensure smooth service.
• Report shortages and guest needs to Head Bartender.

Skills

Numerical skills

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

RAMP Certificate

Job description

# BARBACK - BARPhiladelphia, PA 19130## OverviewSalary Range$11.00 HourlyPosition TypePart Time## Description**POSITION SUMMARY**The Barback is responsible for the setup, breakdown and restock of all products and tools for an event with an emphasis on cleanliness, efficiency, and hospitality. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, filling ice bins, cutting garnish, restocking glassware and liquor, and keeping bars clean. Each team member is expected to assist when and where necessary during an event to ensure flawless execution. The Barback will be expected to perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**Product* Identifies bar related event specific items from event sheets* Ensures all products are properly set for beverage service in the correct time frame.* Keeps product fresh and rotated using first in, first out system.* Keeps any refrigerated product properly stocked.* Completes all setup and breakdown duties assigned by Head Bartender.* Completes all cleaning procedures assigned by Head Bartender.* Adheres to any venue specific setup procedures.* Anticipates Bartenders needs and reacts accordingly.* Is aware of event timelines and assists in proper transitions.* Adheres to all job relevant manuals, checklists, and standard operating procedures.Inventory and Equipment* Maintains an organized storage system to easily restock all products.* Reports any venue-wide product shortages in a timely manner to Head Bartender for proper restock.* Properly transports and disposes of any waste materials.* Properly transports all tools and equipment to beverage service areas and bars.* Uses proper bussing and cleaning procedures.Customer Service/Guest Relations* Reports any visibly intoxicated guests to Head Bartender or Bartender.* Greets all guests in friendly yet professional manner.* Notifies Head Bartender when a special request is made; follows instruction of Head Bartender on resolution.* Keeps service areas and stations clean and restocked through the entire course of the event.Employee and Management Interaction* Establishes and maintains effective relations with both co-workers and managers.* Balances teamwork and individual responsibilities.* Gives and welcomes constructive feedback.* Puts success of team above personal interests.* Actively participates in meetings when requested.* Works cooperatively in group situations.* Able and willing to fill in as needed, with or without request.Professionalism and Communication* Consistently adheres to CEG Mission Statement and Core Values.* Expresses thoughts and ideas in written and/or verbal form and in a respectful manner.* Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills; speaks clearly and audibly.* Consistently adheres to company dress code.* Consistently arrives for work and is on time, ensuring work/shift is covered when absent.This job description is not intended to cover or include all of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that the employee may be required to perform. Job duties and responsibilities can change at any time with or without notice.**ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS**Education: High school diploma or GEDCertificates/Licenses: RAMP Certificate required within 90 days of hireWork Experience: At least 2 years’ related experienceMathematical: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and volume.Reasoning: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.Freedom from illegal use of drugs and freedom from use and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT**(Frequency of mobility, lifting, climbing, standing, siting, reaching, speaking, vision, color vision, outdoors/indoors, noise level, fumes/odor, chemical exposure or any other environmental hazards)* Prolonged periods of standing, climbing/balancing, stooping/bending.* Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.* Requires ability to communicate clearly and concisely using the English language with guests.* Ability to sustain long periods of loud noise and vibrations* Use of color vision and vision.* Ability to work in an outdoor environment including exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, or snow.