Homeslice - Barback

happycamper; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Get Paid to Refer Friends

Dining discounts during shift

Dining discounts at other locations

Flexible schedules

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid time off

Free Uniform

Job summary

Happy Hospitality in Chicago seeks a Barback to stock the bar, assist bartenders, and maintain cleanliness. You will support Busser and Food Runner duties as needed and work across busy shifts to ensure smooth service.

The role requires strong teamwork, good communication, and adherence to safety standards. Flexible hours and a dynamic, team-driven environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile.
• Remain courteous and responsive to guest needs.
• Safely manage bar stock, kegs, CO2 and soda dispensers.
• Sanitize glassware and maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Follow steps of service and allergy procedures.
• Be able to lift/move supplies and work in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Stock/restock bar, coolers and storage with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies.
• Arrange and set-up beverages, mixes, garnishes and supplies; prepare drink mixes.
• Work varied hours, including weekends.
• Transport glass racks, ice, and liquor safely.
• Communicate effectively to follow job requirements.
• Multitask calmly in a busy restaurant environment.
• Move through stairs and uneven surfaces; stand for long shifts.
• Tolerate exposure to liquids, cleaning solutions, and allergens.

Skills

Guest service

Team player

Communication

Safety compliance

Job description

About Us

We are the marinara-muddled minds behind Happy Camper, Homeslice, and Paradise Park. Our restaurants are wall to wall with lights, murals, and vignettes for the perfect gram. We are known for our art inspired spaces, delicious food and great vibes. Our brand is glued together by our company culture. Currently, we are looking for other folks who are enthusiastic about being part of our team and growing our ever-evolving brand. Many of our employees have been with the company from the first installment of the brand. Our careers feel like a life purpose for many of us and a common thread is that we pay a distinct amount of attention to detail in creating this atmosphere. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.

Homeslice - Lincoln Park - Happy Hospitality

938 W Webster Avenue

Chicago, IL 60614

Position Opening: Barback

Job Summary

Barbacks are responsible for stocking the bar, coolers and storage areas with appropriate items as well as maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards of these areas. Assists the Bartender with sidework, glass washing, bussing and restocking. Also assists with Busser and Food Runner duties as directed.

Responsibilities

• Stock/restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
• Arrange and set-up beverages, mixes, garnishes and supplies, and prepare drink mixes
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively transport filled glass racks, ice and cases of liquor, beer and wine
• Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Physical Functions

• Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed
• Must be able to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 8 hours or as needed
• Ability to lift 10- 20lbs if necessary.
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment.
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant.
• Will frequently reach, feel, bend, stoop, carry, use stairs, finely manipulate and key in data
• Work in both warm and cool environments
• High levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish

Qualifications/Requirements

• Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests needs
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
• Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2 tanks and soda dispensers
• Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink
• Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory
• Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
• Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
• Follow all steps of service
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed

Certifications

• Food Handlers Certification
• Basset Certification

Compensation Details

Compensation: $12.62 hourly plus tips.

Benefits

• Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*
• 50% dining discounts during shift
• 25% dining discounts at other Happy Hospitality locations
• Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Options**
• Paid time off – vacation and sick**
• Free Uniform (Up to two branded T-Shirts)

Department: Front of House

Reports to: General Manager

Status: Variable Hour

FLSA Code: Non-exempt

Location: Chicago

Happy Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.

Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.