Barback

Job Title: Barback

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Operations - FOH

Employment Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour plus tips (tip credit applies)

About José Andrés Group

José Andrés Group (JAG) is a hospitality company led by Chef José Andrés, known for outstanding guest experiences, innovation, and a values-driven culture. Our teams bring world-class food and warm hospitality to life across acclaimed concepts worldwide.

Job Summary

The Barback at our restaurant plays an integral role in ensuring our guests have an exceptional dining experience. Through consistency, efficiency, and passion for the Hospitality Industry, we curate a personalized experience for each guest by following our Core Values - create a memorable service for each other and guests alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in team-oriented, fast-paced, guest-centric environment
• Partner with team members to serve food and beverages that exceed guests’ expectations
• Properly clear, sanitize, and reset tables using a tray within a timely manner
• Fill ice bins as needed
• Assist in deep cleaning bar when needed
• Maintain wine/liquor/beer pars
• Follow opening, running, and closing sidework responsibilities
• Retrieve water specified by colleagues and pour for guests
• Carry food to guests in a timely manner, speaking to the rule of threes upon delivery
• Provide friendly, attentive, and efficient service
• Ability to carry a minimum of 40 lbs. when needed
• Memorize and comprehend all menu descriptions
• Run and present food to guests speaking on specified menu descriptions/language
• Maintain cleanliness + sanitization of tables and work space
• Perform set up duties as requested to include bar, side stations, storage areas, food staging area and folding napkins.
• Restock bar and back up coolers with liquor, wine, glassware, beer, ice, water, garnishes and other items as needed.
• Polish glass and silver for guest service.
• Ensure bar, bar tables, stools and floors are free from debris.Keep bar and tables clean and clear.
• Transport dishes and other tableware to kitchen for cleaning.
• Clean up spilled food, drink and broken dishes, and remove empty bottles and trash.
• Assist bartenders by offering refills on non-alcoholic beverages when needed.
• Produce fresh juices as needed.Keep beverage storage areas neat and organized.
• Change kegs and bag in the box as needed. Inform management of inventory changes.
• Perform general cleaning tasks while adhering to health and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as cleaning unexpected spills and executing special guest requests.