FOH - Barback (Seasonal)

SA Hospitality Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

SA Hospitality Group is seeking a team-oriented bar support staff member for a seasonal position in New York. Primary duties include assisting bartenders, stocking beer, wine, liquor, garnishes, glassware, and related bar supplies; maintaining cleanliness and organization; and delivering excellent guest service in a fast-paced environment.

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and communicate in English. The role runs through January 31, 2027, offering hands-on experience in a high-volume bar

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions.
• Able to communicate in English to ensure safety and guest service.
• Time management to handle high-volume service periods.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization.
• Willingness to learn product details and bar stocking procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in clearing the bar counter to keep it free of dirty/empty items.
• Stock and replenish bar items and glassware as directed by management.
• Refill guests’ water glasses and support bartenders as needed.
• Assist in bussing and support duties to ensure excellent guest service.
• Maintain bar organization, stock par level, and bar equipment.
• Clean and sanitize bar counters, refrigerators, and close-out bar area.

Skills

Teamwork

English communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

Position Purpose: This person will assist the bartender with steps of service and work in a team environment to quickly stock/restock beer, wine, liquor, and non‑alcoholic beverages; china, glassware, and silverware; paper products, garnishes, and anything else needed by the bar team to provide service.

This is a seasonal position. Must be available to work through January 31, 2027.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Assist in clearing the bar counter to ensure they remain free of dirty/empty items.
• Retrieve bread/cheese/pepper/salt for bar diners so bartender can stay stationed behind the bar.
• Refill guests’ water glasses as needed.
• Assist in bussing/support duties at the bar, at the direction of management, to ensure that all guests receive excellent. service regardless of business volume
• Acknowledge all guests with eye contact and a smile, being able to answer questions when able – if not, follow through to find the appropriate employee to respond to guest request.
• Confirm and stock pars for all liquor, wine, beer, and n/a beverages at start of shift (see separate par sheet) and replenish as needed throughout the service and at end of shift.
• Keep the bar stocked with appropriate glassware, silverware, and plates to serve the guests.
• Assist bartenders in replenishing/cutting any beverage garnishes needed for cocktails.
• Clean/wipe down bar counter and refrigerators and coolers at the bar every night and as needed.
• Keep the bar organized and tidy.
• Replenish coffee and milk products for the coffee area at the bar.
• Sorts and removes trash from bar area, places in designated areas in the back of the kitchen.
• Assist in removing bar mats, espresso dump box, and drip coffee urns.
• Conduct thorough breakdown and cleaning of bar area at close of shift.
• Clean up any broken glass or spills throughout the shift.
• Ability to work efficiently, maximizing each trip to/from bar.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the bar and prioritize accordingly.
• Ability to learn and remember details about our products and be able to use that knowledge to stock the correct items.

Minimal Essential Requirements:

• The ability to work as part of a team, work quickly and follow directions.
• Ability to communicate and understand direction in English to ensure safety in the workplace. Ability to understand, respond, and engage with co-workers, managers, and guests in English.
• Very basic food handling, preparation, and cleaning skills are welcomed.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure to manage high volume of production.
• Active listening and learning skills.
• Reading and speaking comprehension skills.
• Discipline to follow set standards.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.

ADA: SA Hospitality Group will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.