Barback: Keep the Bar Running & Prep Garnishes

Edgewater Wine & Spirits; Edgewater (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Wine & Spirits is seeking a Barback to support the bar operations, including opening and closing tasks, restocking, and garnish preparation. The role emphasizes helping bartenders and ensuring guests have a positive experience.

The candidate should be friendly, hardworking, and eager to break into the hospitality industry, with a willingness to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Mixology or hospitality certification is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages and bar menu items preferred.
• Previous hospitality experience is preferred but not required.
• Legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Team player who works well in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Able to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Keep counters, bars, and other surfaces clean and wiped down.
• Restock supplies as needed.
• Bus tables.
• Prepare cocktail garnishes and other ingredients necessary for making drinks.
• Replace beer kegs and empty liquor bottles.
• Take out the trash.
• Assist bartenders as requested.

Skills

Customer service oriented

Team player

Stamina for standing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Edgewater Wine & Spirits is seeking a Barback to support the bar operations, including opening and closing tasks, restocking, and garnish preparation. The role emphasizes helping bartenders and ensuring guests have a positive experience.

The candidate should be friendly, hardworking, and eager to break into the hospitality industry, with a willingness to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced setting.