Barback

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

The Barback supports the bartender by stocking the bar, maintaining cleanliness, and handling and maintaining equipment. When needed, the role also serves food and beverages to guests and service staff and assists restaurant dining services. The position contributes to a teamwork-oriented environment and outstanding guest service by welcoming guests, helping create personalized experiences, and building relationships that encourage guests to return. Employees may occasionally take on responsibilities outside this job description.

Requirements

Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Able to learn, retain, and present product, menu, and allergy information to guests.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, the restaurant point-of-sale system.
Hardworking and dedicated, with a passion for hospitality.
Flexible schedule and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a similar or supportive role.
Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certification, if applicable.
Proficiency with restaurant inventory and invoicing software.

Responsibilities

Assist the bartender with stocking, cleanliness, equipment handling, and maintenance.
Serve food and beverages to guests and service staff when necessary.
Greet and welcome guests.
Check service stations and tables for accurate setup and cleanliness.
Assist restaurant dining services when necessary and appropriate.
Perform bar sidework, setup, and breakdown.
Follow uniform and grooming specifications.
Clean and change trash cans; fill and clean ice bins; and stock beer, wine, juice, and other beverages.
Clean shelving, stainless steel, mixers, cups, blenders, and soda guns.
Unpack deliveries, stock the bar, and change beer kegs.
Notify a manager if a guest is becoming intoxicated or behaving rudely toward other guests.
Take on responsibilities outside the job description when needed.