The Nodding Donkey
Benefits:
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
We are looking for a motivated, part- time, Barback to join our team! You will contribute to an exceptional dining experience by cleaning tables, stocking the bar, setting tables, etc. You want to join a hard-working and efficient team that cares about great food, drinks, and customer experience.
Primarily, we are looking for someone with open availability, but we are flexible. Compensation is $5 hourly plus tip out, which averages to $15-27 hourly.
We offer all our employees various benefits such as medical insurance, life insurance, and so much more!
Barback Responsibilities:
- Keep the bar stocked with liquor, syrups, glasses, napkins, and all other necessary items before and during service hours.
- Prepare garnishes, refill ice wells, and change beer kegs.
- Coordinate with managers, kitchen staff and security personnel to ensure efficient service to customers.
- Handle emergency situations, like cleaning up broken glasses, any spills, and clearing up clogged drains.
- Assist Bartender with preparing drinks when necessary.
- Running food and drinks to guests.
- Cleaning off table/seating area after a guest has left.
- Assisting with opening and closing duties.
- 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.
- Any other duties deemed necessary to the position.
Barback Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience as a barback, busser, or other entry-level restaurant position is preferred.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Able to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks.
- In-depth knowledge of food sanitation and safety policies.
- Ability to carry heavy trays/other items and stand for long hours.
- Ability to remain professional and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Food Handlers Certification and TABC Certification, or willingness to obtain.
- Authorized to work in the United States.