MS-Bar Back

FB Society; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

FB Society in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Barback to assist the bar staff in creating exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include stocking supplies, preparing ingredients, and maintaining a clean bar area. Ideal candidates should thrive in fast-paced environments and have strong multi-tasking abilities. Physical stamina and proper knife handling skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic restaurant setting with a focus on quality service.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must maintain necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist bar staff in ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Stock and refill bar supplies as needed.
• Prepare batch cocktails according to recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of bar menu

Customer service skills

Knife skills

Job description

Assist the bar staff in any way possible to ensure great guest experiences and a smooth shift for the entire restaurant.

Responsibilities:

• Interacting with guests and staff members professionally and positively.
• Assist the bar staff in filling ice wells, as well as stocking wells with the necessary amount of liquor bottles.
• Ensuring beer bottles, wine, and cordials are stocked.
• Refilling and dating mixers, juices, and syrups.
• Cut fruit and other garnishes, and make sure the bar is set up for success.
• Empty bus tubs and prebus the bar top.
• Make batch cocktails according to proper recipes, and understand the batch system to ensure proper changing of canisters.
• Arrive for the shift on time and ready to work in the proper uniform.
• Use juicing machines in a safe, sanitary manner, while ensuring pars for the bar are met.
• Follow directions from management, as well as the bartenders.
• All barbacks should have extensive knowledge of the menu and should be able to answer any guest’s questions about food or drinks.
• Obtain and update any required certifications. Set up and break down the bar area before and after each shift, while cleaning floors, bar top, and wells.
• Empty trash cans and wash dishes using the bar machine.

Qualifications:

• Stand for long periods.
• Able to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Able to read and follow recipes for juices and batch cocktails.
• Properly use a knife and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain all necessary certifications.

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