Barback

Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation•Medora, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Barback assists with serving alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, oversees liquor and bar-supply stock, buses tables and the bar as needed, and collects payments for drinks. The role includes providing upbeat, friendly guest service in a fast-paced environment; preparing and serving drinks; maintaining clean and organized bar and dining areas; and handling inventory and cash-register duties. The position is located in Medora, North Dakota. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old to serve alcoholic beverages.
Must obtain a food handlers license and alcohol license.
At least one year of related experience.
Able to operate the POS system or willing to learn.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a focus on serving customers.
Ability to remain calm when dealing with difficult situations.
Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment.
Must be reliable.
Able to continuously stand, grasp, talk, and lift and carry 10 pounds or less; frequently use hands and arms repetitively, grasp, and lift up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; and occasionally bend, reach overhead, and push or pull.
Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Greet customers, present beverage menus, make recommendations, and answer related questions.
Accurately record drink orders in the POS system.
Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks according to standard recipes.
Upsell drinks and menu items.
Bus tables and the bar, ensuring areas are clean and sanitary.
Check photo IDs to verify customers are of legal drinking age; use proper judgment and refuse service to intoxicated or disruptive patrons when necessary.
Provide excellent guest service in an upbeat, friendly manner.
Prepare fruit and other garnishes before the bar opens.
Keep the bar clean and organized, and display glasses and liquor bottles attractively.
Know Theodores’ Dining Room menu well enough to describe items and make recommendations when applicable.
Collect payment for drinks prepared and served.
Balance the cash register at the start and close of each shift.
Inventory and restock liquor, beer, and other bar-related supplies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.