Busser/ Bar Back

Sacred Pepper; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Matching 401(k) package

Employee meal discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Sacred Pepper in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a Bar Back / Busser to prepare tables for guests and maintain bar stock and cleanliness. Responsibilities include supporting bartenders, cleaning dining areas, and responding to guest requests. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift and carry items. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) matching package, and employee meal discounts.

Qualifications

• Post-hire Certified Food Handler and Responsible Vending.
• Basic math ability for calculations, discounts, and percentages.
• Physical capacity to stand, walk, lift, bend, and carry heavy dishware or supplies for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening/closing liquor inventory and support bartenders with stock.
• Clean and reset tables, chairs, booths, and floors after guests leave.
• Inspect and clean restrooms every 15 minutes.
• Respond to guest requests and communicate with servers and hostess.
• Sweep, vacuum, and maintain cleanliness of bar and surrounding areas.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bar Back / Busser

Location: Tampa, Florida

Summary: Ensures tables are prepared for guests, cleans dining surfaces, backs up bartenders, and maintains bar stock and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening/closing liquor inventory and support bartenders with stock.
• Anticipate bar needs and restock items proactively.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Assist with pre‑work stock and station setup.
• Yield guest right of way and assist servers with seating and food delivery.
• Clean and reset tables, chairs, booths, and floors after guests leave.
• Inspect and clean restrooms every 15 minutes.
• Respond to guest requests and communicate with servers and hostess.
• Keep bar stocked with liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, ice, clean glassware and towels.
• Sweep, vacuum, and maintain cleanliness of bar and surrounding areas.
• Assist with beverage safety, change kegs, and restock mix ingredients.
• Dispose of trash, wash glasses, and keep bar top sanitized.
• Prepare bar for next shift (“close to open”).

Key Competencies

• Professionalism and teamwork.
• Multi‑tasking and time management.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.
• Flexible schedule, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Basic math and inventory skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 lbs (occasionally 100 lbs).
• Initiative and problem‑solving abilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Post‑hire Certified Food Handler and Responsible Vending.
• Functional literacy: read, write, interpret general information; respond to customer and vendor inquiries.
• Basic math ability for calculations, discounts, and percentages.
• Reasoning ability for practical problem solving.
• Physical capacity to stand, walk, lift, bend, and carry heavy dishware or supplies for extended periods.

Benefits

• Health & dental insurance.
• Matching 401(k) package.
• Employee meal discounts.
• Paid time off.