Barback

Union Joints•Detroit, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

Union Assembly is a restaurant that serves signature American comfort food. The barback ensures the cleanliness of the bar area, prepares bar space for new guests, maintains a well-stocked bar, and assists bartenders. The restaurant is described as having a festive Detroit bustle across 2.5 floors.

Requirements

  • Physical stamina to lift and carry heavy items (dishes, tubs, etc.)
  • High energy and stamina are required
  • Ability to stay calm and work efficiently under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively
  • Strong verbal communication skills required
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required
  • Excellent customer service to treat patrons like family
  • Ability to read menus, safety documents, and other work-related documents

Nice To Haves

  • Previous restaurant experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Removes all dishes and other items from bar following the meal
  • Cleans and prepares bar area for new guests in accordance to the Joint’s standards
  • Performs opening, closing and ongoing cleaning side work as assigned
  • Assists bartending staff by answering guest questions, pre-bussing, refilling N/A beverages etc. to ensure quality guest experience
  • Changing out empty kegs and maintenance of beer and returnable storage
  • Supports bartending and waitstaff in other duties as required
  • Stocking and preparing bar supplies
  • Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Benefits

  • medical and supplemental insurance
  • on-demand pay
  • referral bonus
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
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