Barback

RB Holdings•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Maxime’s, a private member’s club on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is seeking a Barback to support its bartenders and broader hospitality team. The role handles bar preparation, restocking, and cleanliness while working with front- and back-of-house colleagues to uphold the bar program, create a welcoming atmosphere, and maintain the club’s service standards. The Barback will join an established team delivering guest experiences in a high-end dining environment. The position offers career progression opportunities and premium benefits. It involves regular standing and walking and occasional lifting; reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Proven success as a Barback or Beverage Support worker in fine dining, a Michelin-star establishment, or a luxury hotel.
Knowledge of bar service and culinary concepts and terminology.
Ability to prepare and restock a bar, handle perishable items appropriately, and check and change draught beer kegs safely.
Adherence to applicable food and beverage handling, hygiene, and alcohol-service health and safety standards.
Ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight.
Professional, upbeat demeanor and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
TIPS certification required.
Ability to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, according to business needs.

Responsibilities

Support bartenders with preparation, restocking, and maintaining bar cleanliness.
Prepare the bar for service by filling wells with ice, preparing fruit trays, and restocking beer, liquor, wine, glassware, and juices.
Stock trash cans and towels; rotate products properly and label perishable items.
Regularly check draught beers and change kegs as needed in accordance with safety standards.
Follow Department of Health and Safety standards for food and beverage handling, hygiene, and alcohol service.
Work collaboratively with front- and back-of-house team members to uphold bar-program and service standards and create a welcoming atmosphere.
Maintain superior service standards and contribute to guest satisfaction throughout the dining experience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance through a comprehensive benefits plan.
Generous paid time off, including vacation and personal days.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Pre-tax commuter benefits.
Work-life and wellness platform.
Retail, restaurant, and activities discounts.
Freshly prepared staff meal on each shift.
Uniform and dry cleaning provided.
$2,000 referral bonus.
Additional exclusive perks.