FOH - Barback (Seasonal)

Saho Hospitality Group•New York, NY

About The Position

The Barback assists bartenders with service by keeping the bar supplied, organized, and clean. This seasonal position works as part of a team to stock and replenish beverages, glassware, silverware, plates, paper products, garnishes, and other items needed by the bar team. The employee must be available to work through January 31, 2027. The role also supports guests and coworkers by helping clear the bar, retrieving items for diners, refilling water, and responding to guest questions or finding the appropriate employee to assist. Barbacks maintain supplies and the work area during service, clean and break down the bar at closing, and help ensure guests receive excellent service regardless of business volume.

Requirements

Ability to work as part of a team, work quickly, and follow directions.
Ability to communicate and understand direction in English to ensure workplace safety.
Ability to understand, respond to, and engage with coworkers, managers, and guests in English.
Time management skills and ability to work under pressure in a high-volume environment.
Active listening and learning skills.
Reading and speaking comprehension skills.
Discipline to follow set standards.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Very basic food handling, preparation, and cleaning skills.

Responsibilities

Assist bartenders with steps of service and bar support duties.
Clear dirty or empty items from the bar counter.
Retrieve bread, cheese, pepper, and salt for bar diners.
Refill guests’ water glasses as needed.
Acknowledge guests, answer questions when able, and find the appropriate employee to respond to requests when needed.
Confirm and stock pars for liquor, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages at the start of the shift, replenish them during service, and restock at the end of the shift.
Keep the bar stocked with appropriate glassware, silverware, and plates.
Assist bartenders with replenishing or cutting beverage garnishes.
Clean and wipe down the bar counter, refrigerators, and coolers nightly and as needed.
Keep the bar organized and tidy.
Replenish coffee and milk products for the bar’s coffee area.
Sort and remove trash from the bar area and place it in designated areas in the back of the kitchen.
Help remove bar mats, the espresso dump box, and drip coffee urns.
Thoroughly break down and clean the bar area at the close of the shift.
Clean up broken glass or spills throughout the shift.
Work efficiently by maximizing each trip to and from the bar.
Anticipate bar needs and prioritize tasks accordingly.
Learn and remember product details to stock the correct items.