Barback (PT/FT/Weekends)

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an observant and efficient Barback. The Bar Back will assist in cleaning the bar, preparing garnishes, ensuring the bar is well stocked with napkins, straws, glassware, garnishes, and all other necessities, and taking on other duties to support the Bartender and ensure that the bar operates smoothly. You should be knowledgeable about menu items, attentive, and focused on providing the best possible service in a fast-paced environment.

Barback Responsibilities:

• Assisting with opening and closing duties, such as restocking the bar with garnishes, straws, and napkins, ensuring that Bartenders have clean towels, glassware, etc.
• Ensuring bar is well-stocked with ice, liquor, wine, and beer.
• Checking taps and appliances to confirm that they are working properly, making minor repairs, or changing out kegs, if needed.
• Keeping the bar clean by wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping, removing soiled glassware, scrubbing coolers and storage areas, and emptying trash receptacles.
• Learning about menu items and memorizing cocktail recipes.
• Taking orders, preparing drinks, bussing tables, opening tabs, and processing payments especially during peak hours.
• Maintain records and report levels of usage to assist in the reordering process and ensuring that delivered items are stored properly.

Barback Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age to serve alcohol.
• Courteous, friendly personality and professional appearance.
• Knowledge of menu items, including beers, wines, cocktails, and liquors.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, ability to handle tense situations with coworkers and customers calmly and rationally.
• Observant and thorough.
• Responsible, punctual.
• Ability to meet physical and scheduling demands of the position, including, walking, standing, or lifting heavy items for extended periods and working nights, weekends, and holidays.

EOE

Founded in 2020, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley was born out of a love for Southern-Inspired cuisine and a desire to bring authentic flavors of the South to our community. Our founder, Kevin Kelley , envisioned a place where guests could enjoy not only delicious food but also a lively and inviting atmosphere. Over the years, we continue to grow and evolve, but our dedication to quality and hospitality remains unchanged.

Our Cuisine
At Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley, we believe that great food starts with the finest ingredients. Our menu is a celebration of Southern Comfort food, featuring classic dishes with a modern twist. From our signature Shrimp and Grits, to our innovative Chicken and Specialty Waffles, every item is crafted with care and attention to detail. We source premium ingredients to ensure that every bite is a burst of flavor.

Our Atmosphere
Designed with elegance in mind, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley offers a welcoming space where you can relax and enjoy a meal.

Company Description

Founded in 2020, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley was born out of a love for Southern-Inspired cuisine and a desire to bring authentic flavors of the South to our community. Our founder, Kevin Kelley , envisioned a place where guests could enjoy not only delicious food but also a lively and inviting atmosphere. Over the years, we continue to grow and evolve, but our dedication to quality and hospitality remains unchanged.\r\n\r\nOur Cuisine\r\nAt Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley, we believe that great food starts with the finest ingredients. Our menu is a celebration of Southern Comfort food, featuring classic dishes with a modern twist. From our signature Shrimp and Grits, to our innovative Chicken and Specialty Waffles, every item is crafted with care and attention to detail. We source premium ingredients to ensure that every bite is a burst of flavor.\r\n\r\nOur Atmosphere\r\nDesigned with elegance in mind, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley offers a welcoming space where you can relax and enjoy a meal.