P/T Barback

Nooksack Northwood Casino; Lynden (WA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Nooksack Northwood Casino in Lynden, WA, is seeking a part-time Barback to support bartenders in maintaining a clean and organized bar while ensuring excellent customer service. Responsibilities include organizing supplies, restocking inventory, and assisting bartenders. A valid Washington State Food Handlers Permit and Tips MAST Certification are required, and candidates must be 21 years or older.

Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, problem-solving skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. This role may involve working nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must obtain and maintain a Washington State Food Handlers Permit.
• Must obtain and maintain Tips MAST Certification.

Responsibilities

• Organize supplies.
• Support other bar staff so service runs smoothly.
• Prepare and serve drinks as needed.
• Restock liquor, mixers, and garnishes behind the bar.
• Maintain overall appearance and cleanliness of the bar.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Location: NOOKSACK NORTHWOOD CASINO - LYNDEN, WA 98264

Position Type: Part Time

Shift: Any

Category: Restaurant - Food Service

Title: Barback

Department: Food & Beverage

License Class: Non-Gaming

Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)/Part Time

Cash Handling: No

Purpose of Position

Barbacks will be responsible for helping bartenders open and/or close the bar. They keep the bar stocked with liquor, beer, spirits, garnishes, ice cubes and other products needed throughout their shift. They ensure that glasses, stirrers, shakers, strainers and other bartending tools are clean and in the proper position for bartenders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize supplies
• Support other bar staff so service runs smoothly
• Perform tasks to support bartenders and other staff members
• Prepare and serve drinks, as needed
• Restock liquor, mixers, and garnishes behind the bar
• Perform bussing responsibilities such as clearing empty cups and trash from the bartop and tables
• Maintain overall appearance and cleanliness of the bar (e.g., wipe down surfaces, push chairs and stools in, arrange drink menus and salt and pepper shakers, etc.)
• Perform clean‑ups of spills or other customer accidents as needed
• Ensure bartenders have clean rags at bartending stations at all times
• Clean cups and dishes in front of house; adhere to dish‑washing procedures
• Ensure bartenders have clean glasses in front of house at all times
• Check and re‑stock ice bins
• Assist bartenders with back‑of‑house liquor inventory
• Follow opening, closing, and key‑holding procedures during each shift
• Ensure customer satisfaction by smiling and answering any questions our customers may ask
• Perform a wide range of duties from time to time as required by the casino’s commitment to guest service

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must obtain and maintain a Washington State Food Handlers Permit.
• Must obtain and maintain Tips MAST Certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Non‑Gaming Nooksack Tribal Gaming Agency License.

Indians Preference: It is the policy of Nooksack Northwood Casino, in accordance with U.S. federal law and as an Indian‑owned business, to grant preference to qualified and enrolled Nooksack Indian Tribal members, those who have close social and economic ties to Nooksack Tribal members, and other qualified (enrolled) Native Americans within the scope of the law.

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in bar backing or bussing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Provide top‑notch customer service, even under pressure and in a fast‑paced environment.
• Perform well under pressure.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and cleanly.
• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to cooperate with other staff.
• Ability to maintain work quality while unsupervised.
• Must be able to work standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to safely lift and maneuver heavy trays of food when necessary.
• Willing to follow instructions.
• Willing to ask for clarification as needed.
• Can keep up with a fast‑paced restaurant environment.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Multi‑tasking skills.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally required to work in a loud, crowded, and smoke‑filled casino environment.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Speaks in front of groups of people.

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and reach.

Please Note

The list of duties, responsibilities, requirements and licenses is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to revise the position description and to require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the position change.