Barback - Palm Tree Club KC

ENT1009ECIL; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 20,664,000; Full time

Job summary

ENT1009ECIL is seeking a Barback to support busy bar operations in a lively venue. You will perform prep work, restock supplies, and keep the bar clean and organized while delivering friendly, professional service to guests.

Ideal candidates are energetic, reliable, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Experience in food service and knowledge of bar operations are preferred; nights and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Food service experience with knowledge of bar/nightclub operations.
• Fluent English required; other languages preferred.
• Must be 18+ years or older depending on state regulations.
• Communication skills used when interacting with guests, cooks, staff and supervisors.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card may be required.
• Reading and writing abilities are used when taking orders and completing paperwork.
• Basic math skills are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Show energy, be outgoing, and maintain professionalism behind the bar.
• Perform basic prep work: refill ice bins, restock beer/liquor, cut garnishes.
• Change empty kegs in keg room and move full kegs as needed.
• Keep the bar clean by cleaning spills and taking out trash.
• Organize bar and glassware for efficient service.
• Clear and clean bar promptly to maintain a tidy area.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously while staying courteous to guests.
• Provide polite, professional, and courteous customer service.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and guests.

Skills

Food service experience

English fluency

Communication skills

Alcohol awareness certification

Reading/writing abilities

Math skills

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Barback Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Show that you are an energetic, outgoing, fun person while maintaining professionalism.
• Perform basic prep work behind the bar: refilling ice bins, restocking beer/liquor, cutting garnishes.
• Change empty kegs in keg room, including moving full kegs of beer.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment by cleaning up spills and emptying trash cans.
• Organizes bar and drink ware.
• Clear and clean bar in a timely manner.
• Perform more than one task at a time.
• Offer polite, professional, and courteous customer service.
• Communicate effectively, clearly, patiently and humorously with co-workers and guests.
• Complete all side work as assigned.

Barback Qualifications

• Food service experience with general knowledge of bar/nightclub operations.
• Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred.
• Must be at least age 18 or older, depending on state regulations.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The Barback position requires the ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 200 pounds (kegs, ice, glasses, trays, etc.)
• Move about the facility efficiently and safely.
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely.
• Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling
• Withstand potential climate temperature changes in assigned work area.