Barback: Fast-Paced Bar Support & Guest Service

Tao Group; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) with employer match

Life and Disability Insurance

Ancillary Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Fertility & Family Forming Support

Pet Insurance

TAO Marketplace

Employee Discounts

Time off

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking a barback to support nightly bar operations in a fast-paced venue. You will assist bartenders, stock supplies, and help maintain a clean, organized bar area to ensure smooth guest service.

The role requires prior barback experience in a high-volume setting and a commitment to excellent hospitality. Training is provided, with expectations to participate in all service periods, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Min 1-year barback experience or equivalent Tao Group Hospitality experience.
• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of guests in a timely manner.
• Provides professional and exceptional service.
• Helps to ensure the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests.
• Maintain general cleanliness of bar, bar area, and the entire venue.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Possesses general knowledge of all food and beverage menus.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assists bartenders by restocking, cleaning, and supporting service needs to ensure fast, high-quality bar operations
• Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House staff, managers, and chefs.
• Properly sets up the bar stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management.
• Makes sure the bar and bar area is clean and free of debris
• Sets bar with proper equipment, and settings as required
• Wipes down bar-top, bar stools, lounge tables, and chairs
• Stocks bar stations with prescribed supplies
• Prepares various types of garnishes for beverages and cocktails
• Completes opening duties as assigned or directed
• Completes closing duties as assigned or directed
• Responsible for emptying the trash from behind the bar and disposing of it correctly
• Responsible for keeping clean and organized to company standard all back-of-house storage and refrigeration
• Responsible for keeping all liquor displays and shelving organized and maintaining par levels.
• Responsible for reporting all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

Skills

Barback experience

Guest service

Team player

Communication

Stamina

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking a barback to support nightly bar operations in a fast-paced venue. You will assist bartenders, stock supplies, and help maintain a clean, organized bar area to ensure smooth guest service.

The role requires prior barback experience in a high-volume setting and a commitment to excellent hospitality. Training is provided, with expectations to participate in all service periods, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.