Barback (Part Time)

Cosm; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosm is seeking a Barback to assist the Bartender and maintain the bar area during all hours of operation. You will help with setup, stocking, and ensuring cleanliness while delivering a memorable guest experience.

Ideal candidates are experienced in fast-paced hospitality, fluent in English, with knowledge of alcohol service regulations and strong teamwork. This role requires standing and lifting up to 50 pounds and flexibility to work late hours, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Requires 1+ year of barback experience in a fast-paced setting.
• Fluent English; basic writing is required.
• Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Explain and demonstrate essential job functions and follow Cosm policies.
• Prepare section for service and ensure it is ready at schedule time.
• Follow Pillars of Service for guest interactions.
• Assist team to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Perform basic mathematics as needed.
• Engage fans, coworkers, and managers professionally.
• Ensure guests are cared for from entry to departure.
• Know Cosm products, services, promotions, and events.
• Follow supervisors' direction and complete side work as needed.
• Adhere to state liquor laws and company policies.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Food handlers’ card

Responsible alcohol service certification

Job description

Cosm is a global technology company that brings experiences to life in immersive environments. We help our partners create spaces and content that blur the lines of real and virtual across three primary markets: Sports and Entertainment, Science and Education, and Parks and Attractions. Cosm was born from the fusion of some of the greatest innovators in the history of technology. Evans & Sutherland, Spitz, Inc., and Cosm Immersive combined forces to power the immersive experiences of the future as Cosm. Innovation is in our DNA.

Summary

The Barback is responsible for assisting the Bartender in providing the highest quality service possible to guests while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the hours of operation.

In this role you must be passionate about the food and beverage industry and execute a Cosmworthy experience, while creating a memorable experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Applicant must be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The individual must also follow all appropriate Cosm policies and procedures outlined in the training manuals and employee handbook.
• Prepares section so that it is ready at scheduled time.
• Follows Cosm’s Pillar’s of Service for each guest as outlined in the training materials.
• Focuses on a one-team approach by helping other team members to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Able to perform basic mathematics.
• Engages fans, coworkers, and managers with a positive, friendly, professional approach during all interactions.
• Ensures each fan is taken care of upon entering the building to leaving the building.
• Is knowledgeable of the Company’s products, services, current promotions, and recurring events.
• Willingly, and with positive attitude, follows direction of all supervisors, including additional requests for side work, cleaning, etc.
• Follows State Liquor laws and Company policies regarding the service of any alcoholic beverage and enforcement of ordinances and laws.
• Attends all on-going food, bar, or service trainings, when scheduled.
• Complies with, and supports, all policies set forth by the Cosm employee handbook and training manuals.
• Keeps china/glass breakage to a minimum.
• Rotates and stocks all coolers with the proper products and amounts required.
• Alcohol storage areas are always kept locked and secure.
• Thorough knowledge of bar set-up and closing.
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts, based on the need volume of the operation (late hours, holidays, weekend, etc.)
• Must consistently be friendly and outgoing toward fans, management, and fellow team members.
• Must work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Must work well under pressure.
• Demonstrates good time management skills and communication skills.
• Follows Company and state safety guidelines to provide a safe working environment.

Experience

• 1+ years previous Barback experience required, preferably in a fast-paced full-service establishment.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of mixing, garnishing, and serving alcoholic beverages.
• Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills required.
• Must be fluent in English and able to write in basic English.
• Food handlers’ card and state recognized responsible alcohol certification.
• Must be of legal age to create and pour alcoholic beverages in accordance with local and state laws.
• Must be able to continuously stand, walk and lift up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently bend, squat, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Will be occasionally kneeling and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Will seldom be sitting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting over 50 pounds.

Disclaimer: This job description reflects the general duties of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs at any time, with or without notice, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment. This requirement is in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws. Cosm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.