Barback - Night Shift

Barback Position
In this highly visible role, you're acting as the entire support system for the bartenders at some of the busiest and best bars and restaurants in Ann Arbor. You're constantly on the move – filling, carrying, emptying – and your commitment to quality is unparalleled. Bringing a strong sense of urgency and understanding of overall operations is critical to your success. Your efficiency can be directly tied to the revenue generated during the shift. You play an integral role in the team – at Watershed Hospitality we truly do work together and treat everyone with respect. You're a self-starter who knows what to do and when to do it; an exceptional Barback can predict the future and mitigate emergent situations (at least when it comes to the bar!)
Responsibilities:

Takes initiative to complete work in a timely and consistent manner
Constantly moving and observing in this physically challenging role; demonstrates a high energy level
Brings meticulous attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness to every shift
Works autonomously to support the bartender
Has general knowledge of bar operations
Comfortable taking direction and pleasant about following instruction in a noisy, fast-paced, high-volume bar
Brings a positive attitude every shift and treat everyone (clients and colleagues alike) with respect
Acts as integral part of the team: liaise between servers, bussers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless customer experience
Maintains composure, remains calm and patient despite dynamic, fast-paced environment
Brings A-game to every shift; serves guests with a calm sense of urgency
Performs opening and closing duties with timeliness, thoroughness and attention to detail
Set up team for success; ensure bar and supplies are stocked for next shift
Displays infectious energy and initiative – brings the hustle
Requires constant movement between kitchen, bar and floor and up/down stairs
Need to know:

• In this role you will be constantly moving; the job demands lots of heavy lifting, bending, twisting, pulling, pushing
• Must be available for ALL University of Michigan football home games
• Barback shifts are predominantly evening/night shifts; this position requires night time availability
• Highly physical in nature
• You will be asked to lift up to 50 lbs at a time (glassware, garbage, boxes of liquor bottles, kegs)