Barback

BHC•Clinton Township, MI

14d

About The Position

The Barback at Sorelle ensures the bar is set up and maintained so bar staff can operate effectively. The role includes preparing juices and garnishes, stocking coolers and storage areas, keeping the bar clean, delivering food to bar guests, and setting up and breaking down the bar. The Barback is expected to be pleasant, conscientious, professional, knowledgeable about alcoholic beverages and garnish techniques, and able to work collaboratively and communicate clearly to support smooth operations and quality service. The position also supports welcoming, responsive guest service; maintains clean and organized workstations; follows restaurant service, food, beverage, and wine standards; and complies with applicable health, safety, and labor regulations. Additional duties may be assigned at the manager’s discretion.

Requirements

Must be able to speak and understand the primary language or languages used in the workplace.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computational ability.
Complete knowledge of and ability to use the service guidelines in the Barback Manual.
Knowledge of alcoholic beverage selections and garnish techniques.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand and work in a standing position for long periods.
Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds and safely lift and maneuver plates, cases of water, chairs, and dining room tables.
Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear; frequently use arms and hands to handle or reach objects, tools, or controls; and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Responsibilities

Prepare juices and garnishes and stock bar mise en place, beverages, coolers, and storage areas.
Set up and break down the bar and perform side work for the assigned station.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, dining room, and service stations.
Welcome guests and provide responsive, professional, and gracious service.
Answer guest questions about drinks, menu items, food, wine, and other inquiries.
Bus the bar and deliver food to bar guests.
Serve and refill water; prepare and serve coffee and tea.
Polish glassware and silverware.
Participate in pre-shift meetings and learn new menu items.
Perform setup and cleaning duties, including side stations, storage areas, food staging areas, unexpected spills, and napkin folding.
Help other team members and request assistance as needed.
Follow restaurant manuals, policies, service guidelines, and applicable health, safety, and labor regulations.
Identify opportunities for staff or restaurant improvement and offer positive solutions.