Barback - LAVO Tampa

Tao Group Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is staffing an in-venue barback for Hotel Cala in Tampa. The role supports bartenders, servers, and bar operations to ensure fast, high‑quality beverage service while maintaining a clean, organized bar area.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of barback experience in a high-volume environment and demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and a professional attitude. Training is provided in-venue to align with Tao standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year barback experience or Tao Group Hospitality experience
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge preferred
• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate clearly

Responsibilities

• Stock bar with supplies and restock as needed
• Assist bartenders and servers to ensure fast, high-quality service
• Maintain cleanliness of bar, bar area, and venue
• Support team members and follow supervisor instructions
• Set up bar stations and perform opening/closing procedures
• Handle garnishes and beverage prep as required
• Report breakage or damages to management
• Attend daily pre-service meetings and trainings

Skills

Barback experience

Hospitality mindset

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

In early 2027, Tao Group Hospitality is bringing two distinct dining experiences to Hotel Cala on Tampa's waterfront. LAVO will make its Tampa debut with signature coastal Italian cuisine and hospitality, while BarOnda will bring a vibrant atmosphere to the Riverwalk with curated cocktails, bites, and waterfront views. We're building our opening teams now.

Stocks and re- stocks all bar inventories and supplies while maintaining the organization of the bar. Assists bartenders and cocktail servers (when applicable) in all aspects of guest service. Interacts with the bar guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the 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 support staff, managers, and chefs
• Properly sets up the bar stations, performs side‑work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including
• 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
• 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

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Tao Group Hospitality in-venue barback training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

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

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE:

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Exposure to cleaning materials
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well‑groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment