Barbacks Needed For LexLive Featured Lexington, Kentucky

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

An entertainment venue in Lexington is seeking a Barback to support bartenders by maintaining a well-stocked and organized bar area. Responsibilities include restocking supplies, cleaning glassware, and assisting with customer service. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a positive attitude with strong guest service skills. This position requires availability during nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years of age or older.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks and lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exemplary guest service throughout their visit.
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned work areas.
• Restock and manage bar supplies efficiently.
• Assist bartenders with various tasks and customer service.

Skills

Positive attitude

Guest service skills

Basic math skills

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Task and time management

Education

No specific education required

Job description

LexLive is excited to be open in Downtown Lexington, KY.

LexLive is the place to go for fun and entertainment in the Lexington area and you can be part of it all by joining our team! We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, energetic and responsible people to fill hourly staff positions throughout our entire location.

Available positions include:

Job Requirements for this position:

Skills/Experience:

• Must be 21+ years of age or older
• All education levels considered
• Previous experience preferred, but not required
• Basic math and computer skills
• A positive attitude and ability to work well with other team members
• Ability to stay calm and make good decisions under pressure
• Able to perform high-quality work while unsupervised
• Excellent guest service and communication skills
• Strong task and time management abilities
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, twist and bend on a regular basis for long periods of time with reasonable accommodations
• Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks, serving and lifting up to 50lbs with reasonable accommodations

Availability:

• LexLive is an entertainment venue open 365 days a year and will be busiest on nights, weekends and holidays. All employees are expected to be available to work most nights, weekends and holidays.

General Duties:

• Deliver exemplary guest service to each guest throughout their visit.
• Be a team player and display willingness and ability to assist when needed throughout the location.
• Maintain the highest level of cleanliness in your assigned work areas throughout shift (sweep, mop, clean tables etc).
• Assist in creating a fun guest experience through friendly interactions while maintaining professional and appropriate behavior.
• Maintain excellent service while abiding by all business, health and safety guidelines, even during busy and distracting periods.
• Proactively identify and assist guests who may need assistance.
• Maintain excellent personal and professional cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure equipment and fixtures are in complete working order. Report any broken equipment or potential safety hazards to management immediately.
• Be aware of your surroundings at all times and immediately report any concerns regarding personal or guest safety to management.
• Complete all assigned side work, including ongoing side work and specific cleaning assignments.
• Abide by all appropriate health guidelines to ensure the health and safety of yourself, the public and the LexLive team.

A barback's primary responsibility is to support the bartenders by maintaining a well‑stocked, clean, and organized bar area. They handle tasks that allow bartenders to focus on customer service and drink preparation, including restocking supplies, cleaning glassware, and preparing garnishes. Barbacks also assist with opening and closing duties, and may help with customer questions or requests.

Core Responsibilities:

Restocking and Stock Management:

Replenishing liquors, mixers, garnishes, ice, glassware, napkins, and other bar supplies. This includes monitoring stock levels and ensuring everything is readily available for bartenders.

Cleaning and Maintaining Bar Area:

Washing and storing glasses, tools, and equipment. Maintaining cleanliness by cleaning counters, tables, and floors. Handling spills and broken glass.

Garnish Preparation:

Preparing and replenishing garnishes like fruits, herbs, and other items used to decorate drinks.

Customer Service Support:

Answering customer questions, assisting with placing orders, and handling minor customer issues.

Opening and Closing Procedures:

Assisting with setting up the bar before opening and breaking down after closing, including organizing supplies and cleaning.

Other Support Tasks:

Assisting bartenders with various tasks, such as collecting empty glasses, setting up for special events, and handling kegs.

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