Barback - Poolside Bar & Cabana Support

Ecimgt; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant venue in Kansas City is seeking a Barback to support the bar operations at The Pool location. The ideal candidate is an energetic and outgoing individual with food service experience and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include bar preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. The position requires the ability to lift heavy items and may require working nights and weekends. Join a fun team in an exciting urban setting!

Qualifications

• Food service experience with knowledge of bar/nightclub operations.
• Must be at least 18 years old, depending on state regulations.
• Strong communication skills needed when interacting with staff and guests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and orderly bar environment.
• Assist with bar prep work such as refilling ice and changing kegs.
• Provide courteous customer service to guests.

Skills

Food service experience

Fluent English

Communication skills

Alcohol awareness certification

Mathematical skills

Job description

Barback- The Pool at One Light, Two Light & Three Light

Job Category: FOH

Requisition Number: BARBA004931

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• Posted : April 10, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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The Pool at One Light & Two Light
50 East 13th Street
Kansas City, MO 64110, USA

Description

Located in downtown Kansas City, steps away from the action in the Power & Light District, The Pool at One Light, Two Light & Three Light is an urban oasis and escape for members of One Life, residents and their guests. Set amidst an amazing cityscape backdrop, the pool features private cabanas, full cocktail service, a swim up bar, and will offer the perfect warm-weather, sun-kissed-inspired menu.

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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