Barback - 1909

Leigh Enterprises•Temecula, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

1909 Gastropub in Old Town Temecula is seeking a Barback who is passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and supporting the bar and restaurant team. The role is presented as a potential step toward bartending. Barbacks work behind the scenes to keep the bar operating smoothly and contribute to hospitality by anticipating the team’s needs and helping create an environment where excellent service can thrive. The restaurant values respect, teamwork, integrity, and quality. This is a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant position that includes opening and closing support, stocking and cleaning the bar, assisting bartenders, and helping with guest service and restaurant operations. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and have at least one year of barback and/or restaurant experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to obtain a Riverside Food Handlers Card.
Must be able to obtain a Responsible Beverage Service Certificate.
Must have at least one year of barback and/or restaurant experience.
Able to move and clean quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Friendly and comfortable interacting with people.
Maintain a positive, upbeat attitude.
Work well both as part of a team and independently.
Speak fluent English and have excellent verbal communication skills.
Work efficiently under pressure.
Be flexible and willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and split shifts.
Be reliable and punctual.
Take pride in a professional appearance.
Have the physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long periods.
Able to walk or stand for 6 to 8 hours at a time; reach, stoop, lift or carry 50 or more pounds; wipe down bar surfaces, tabletops, chairs, and booths; pick up floor debris; and push a vacuum or mop.

Responsibilities

Assist with opening and closing duties, including restocking garnishes, straws, and napkins and ensuring bartenders have clean towels and glassware.
Keep the bar stocked with ice, liquor, wine, and beer.
Check taps and appliances to ensure they work properly; make minor repairs or change kegs when needed.
Lift and carry full kegs from storage and properly tap kegs.
Keep the bar clean by wiping surfaces, sweeping and mopping, removing soiled glassware, scrubbing coolers and storage areas, and emptying trash.
Learn menu items and memorize cocktail recipes.
Take orders, prepare drinks, bus tables, open tabs, and process payments, especially during peak hours.
Speak with customers, answer questions, and handle complaints.
Maintain usage records and report levels to assist with reordering; ensure delivered items are stored properly.
Fill the red sanitizer bucket.
Change beer and wine kegs frequently and update labels when new kegs are tapped.
Perform additional tasks that support the overall success of the restaurant.