Barback: Fast-Paced Prep & Garnish Expert

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa, FL is seeking a Barback to support our bar team and ensure a smooth shift for the entire restaurant. This role involves stocking wells with liquor, preparing garnishes, and maintaining a clean, organized bar area.

You will learn recipes, assist with batch cocktails, and deliver friendly, professional service to guests while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Standing for long periods.
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Able to read and follow recipes for juices and batch cocktails.
• Properly use a knife and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain all necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests and staff professionally and positively.
• Assist bar staff with stocking wells and liquor bottles.
• Stock beer, wine, and cordials.
• Refill and date mixers, juices, and syrups.
• Cut fruit and other garnishes, and set up the bar for success.
• Empty bus tubs and prebus the bar top.
• Make batch cocktails according to proper recipes and batch system.
• Arrive on time and in proper uniform.
• Use juicing machines safely and meet pars for the bar.
• Follow directions from management and bartenders.
• Know the menu to answer guest questions about food or drinks.
• Obtain and update required certifications.
• Set up and break down the bar area and clean floors, bar top, and wells.
• Empty trash cans and wash dishes using the bar machine.

Skills

Standing for long periods

Multi-tasking in fast-paced env

Lift 50 lbs

Menu knowledge & guest questions

Follow recipes

Job description

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa, FL is seeking a Barback to support our bar team and ensure a smooth shift for the entire restaurant. This role involves stocking wells with liquor, preparing garnishes, and maintaining a clean, organized bar area.

You will learn recipes, assist with batch cocktails, and deliver friendly, professional service to guests while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.