Barback (Part Time)

Cosm•Inglewood, CA

About The Position

The Barback assists the Bartender in providing high-quality service to guests while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout operating hours. The role calls for passion for the food and beverage industry and a commitment to creating memorable guest experiences. The Barback supports bar setup and closing, stocks and rotates coolers, keeps alcohol storage areas secure, and helps the team maintain an efficient, safe operation. The position requires working a variety of shifts, including late hours, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.

Requirements

At least 1 year of previous Barback experience, preferably in a fast-paced, full-service establishment.
Thorough understanding of mixing, garnishing, and serving alcoholic beverages.
Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills.
Fluent in English and able to write in basic English.
Food handlers’ card and state-recognized responsible alcohol certification.
Must be of legal age to create and pour alcoholic beverages under local and state laws; applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of employment.
Able to perform basic mathematics.
Able to work well in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
Good time management and communication skills.
Able to continuously stand, walk, and lift up to 10 pounds; frequently bend, squat, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally kneel and lift up to 50 pounds; and seldom sit, climb, push, pull, and lift over 50 pounds.
Able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to work a variety of shifts, including late hours, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

Prepare the assigned section so it is ready at the scheduled time.
Follow Cosm’s Pillars of Service and applicable training materials when serving guests.
Help other team members to support guest satisfaction and a one-team approach.
Engage guests, coworkers, and managers in a positive, friendly, and professional manner.
Ensure guests are taken care of from the time they enter until they leave the building.
Maintain knowledge of company products, services, current promotions, and recurring events.
Follow supervisors’ directions, including requests for side work and cleaning.
Follow state liquor laws and company policies related to alcoholic beverage service and enforcement of applicable laws and ordinances.
Attend scheduled ongoing food, bar, and service trainings.
Comply with and support company policies in the employee handbook and training manuals.
Minimize china and glass breakage.
Rotate and stock coolers with the required products and quantities.
Keep alcohol storage areas locked and secure.
Maintain thorough knowledge of bar setup and closing.
Follow company and state safety guidelines to provide a safe working environment.