Barback - PBR Columbus

Xfinity Live!; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Xfinity Live! in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Barback to support the bar team in a high-energy setting. You will assist with basic bar prep, keg changes, and maintaining a clean service area while delivering friendly, professional service to guests.

The role requires fluent English, experience in food service, ability to multitask, and willingness to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed. Applicants must meet local regulations for age and certifications.

Qualifications

• Food service experience preferred.
• Fluent English required; other languages a plus.
• Must be age 18 or older where applicable by state law.
• Alcohol awareness certification or food handler card as required by local/state authorities.
• Reading/writing and basic math are regularly used.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic bar prep: ice refills, restocking, garnishes.
• Change kegs and move full kegs as needed.
• Maintain a clean, tidy bar area and assist with spills/trash.
• Organize barware and supplies; ensure timely bar service.
• Provide polite, professional customer service and clear communication with guests and staff.
• Complete all side work as assigned.

Skills

Energetic personality

Outgoing demeanor

Fluent English

Strong communication

Basic math

Reading and writing

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.
• Withstand potential climate temperature changes in assigned work area.

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