Barback - New Venue Opening New York

Tao Group Hospitality • New York, NY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Tao Group Hospitality is hiring a Barback for a new concept opening in early 2027 at a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan’s NoMad district. The Barback stocks and organizes bar inventories and supplies, supports bartenders and cocktail servers, and helps deliver courteous, professional guest service. The role supports efficient bar operations by maintaining cleanliness, preparing stations and garnishes, and completing assigned opening, closing, and side-work duties.

The Barback works closely with guests, team members, supervisors, managers, chefs, and other front-of-house and heart-of-house staff. The role requires a positive, professional attitude, teamwork, knowledge of food and beverage menus, compliance with company and Department of Health sanitation standards, and the ability to work in a busy environment. Work may involve extended or irregular hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of previous barback experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience.
• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant, nightclub, or lounge.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally.
• Ability to print legibly for team members, management, and guests.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and move quickly.
• Ability to push and lift up to 75 pounds, with or without assistance.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and interact professionally and courteously with internal and external customers, managers, and coworkers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with company standards.
• Good positive energy throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate and accommodate guest needs in a timely manner and provide professional, exceptional service.
• Help ensure food and beverages are delivered to guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar, bar area, venue, storage areas, and refrigeration.
• Follow supervisors’ instructions and communicate with and support coworkers as a team player.
• Maintain general knowledge of food and beverage menus.
• Comply with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Assist bartenders by restocking, cleaning, and supporting service needs.
• Communicate guest needs to front-of-house and heart-of-house staff, managers, and chefs.
• Set up bar stations, complete side work, and perform assigned opening and closing procedures.
• Clean bar areas and furnishings; set stations with required equipment and supplies; and prepare beverage and cocktail garnishes.
• Complete assigned opening and closing duties, including correctly disposing of trash from behind the bar.
• Keep liquor displays and shelving organized and maintain par levels.
• Report breakage and damage to equipment or furniture to management immediately.
• Attend and participate in daily pre-service meetings, training sessions, and departmental meetings.
• Learn from and share knowledge with team members, leading by example.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and demonstrate knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed