barback - barmini by José Andrés

China Poblano; Washington; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

China Poblano in Washington seeks a dedicated bar assistant to assist bartenders in delivering outstanding guest service. Your role will include running glasses through the dishwasher, stocking liquors and garnishes, and ensuring the bar area is clean and well-maintained.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in basic English, have knowledge of table settings, and work effectively in a team. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy items.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak clearly and understand basic English.
• Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service ware.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist bartender in providing exceptional guest service.
• Restock bar with liquor, glassware, and other items as needed.
• Ensure bar area is clean and organized.

Skills

Communication in English

Teamwork

General knowledge of menu items

Table setting knowledge

Job description

Assists the bartender in providing exceptional guest service. Runs glasses through the dishwasher, stocks the coolers and liquor bottles. Cleans and sets up station, bar and tables. Serve water and offer refills on beverages. Scrape and stack dirty dishes, and carry dishes and other tableware to kitchen for cleaning. Polish and stack glassware.

Essential Functions

• Perform set up duties as requested to include bar, side stations, storage areas and food staging area.
• Restock bar and back up coolers with liquor, wine, glassware, beer, ice, water, garnishes and other items as needed.
• Polish glass and silver for guest service.
• Ensure bar, bar tables, stools and floors are free from debris.

Requirements

Skills & Knowledge

• Must be able to speak clearly and understand basic English to facilitate the communication process.
• Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service ware.
• General knowledge of menu items and service procedures.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Abilities & Working Conditions

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing or walking.
• Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
• Must be able to exert well‑paced ability in limited space.
• Must be able to exert well‑paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Must have the ability to bend, squat and lift up to 50 lbs., including, but not limited to, lifting trays of food or food items on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.

Think Food Group is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the Federal Government E-Verify program.