WC-Bar Back

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar is seeking a hardworking Barback to assist bar staff and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role involves stocking supplies, preparing garnishes, and maintaining cleanliness in the bar area.

Ideal candidates are able to stand for long periods, lift 50 lbs, and possess cocktail knowledge. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing high-quality service at our Tampa location.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and follow cocktail recipes.

Responsibilities

• Assist bar staff and ensure smooth operations.
• Restock liquor and mixers as needed.
• Clean and set up the bar area.

Skills

Customer interaction

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of cocktails

Job description

Barback

Assist the bar staff in any way possible to ensure great guest experiences and a smooth shift for the entire restaurant. Whiskey Cake is seeking a Barback!

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, as well as understand the batch system to ensure proper changing of canisters.
• Arriving for the shift on time and ready to work in proper uniform.
• Use juicing machines in a safe, sanitary manner, while ensuring pars for the bar are met.
• Following 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.
• Emptying trash cans and washing dishes using the bar machine.

Qualifications

• Standing 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.

We participate in the E-Verify program. As part of our commitment to maintaining a legal workforce, we verify the employment eligibility of all new hires through E-Verify.

EOE