Experienced Barback - Oak Room

The Oak Room - Georgetown•Washington, DC

3d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Ten Five Hospitality is hiring experienced Barbacks for The Oak Room, a new restaurant and lounge concept in Georgetown. The Barback supports the bar team by keeping stations clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service. This role requires anticipating bartenders’ needs and collaborating with front- and back-of-house teams to support an elevated dining experience. Candidates should have a background in fine dining service and a passion for hospitality. The position includes setting up and maintaining bar stations, restocking supplies and beverages, organizing inventory and storage, completing opening and closing duties, and following health, safety, and sanitation guidelines. The role also involves cleaning and service tasks such as running food, clearing plates, removing waste, and unclogging sinks. Applicants must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including prolonged standing, frequent bending and lifting, and occasional movement of heavy carts or equipment.

Requirements

At least 1 year of previous bar, restaurant, or hotel experience.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Ability to focus on guest interaction and multitask.
Ability to work as a team player and anticipate others’ needs.
Positive attitude.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.
Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for an extended period.
Ability to maneuver between simultaneous functions.
May need to lift trays or food items weighing up to 30 lbs.
Ability to bend, squat, and lift regularly, and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.
Ability to occasionally push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to complete cleaning tasks.
Manual dexterity to operate necessary equipment, including cutlery used to cut fruit for garnishes.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in fine dining service.
Passion for delivering exceptional hospitality.

Responsibilities

Set up bar stations and prepare and restock garnishes as directed by management.
Keep liquor displays and shelving organized and maintain par levels.
Clean counters and furniture, clean glasses, run food, clear plates, take out trash, and unclog sinks.
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the back bar, liquor displays, storage areas, and service stations.
Remove trash and recycling and maintain sanitation standards.
Keep the bar stocked, including refilling ice wells and replenishing glasses, straws, liquor, beer, and other beverages.
Organize and inventory liquor and beer shipments in designated areas.
Track opening and closing inventory levels.
Perform side-work and opening and closing procedures.
Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.