Model Barback/Food Runner

Area15 • Las Vegas, NV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Model Barback/Food Runner supports AREA15’s event venues, bars, and lounges—including Asylum Bar & Arcade and Bullseye Social—during daily operations, private events, buyouts, and group bookings. The role supports bar and front-of-house teams while delivering attentive guest service, maintaining exceptional presentation and cleanliness, and following applicable Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) requirements. The ideal candidate is experienced in fast-paced, high-energy environments and can help create a seamless guest experience in an immersive, themed setting.

The position includes preparing and stocking venues and event bars, delivering food and beverages, maintaining service areas, tracking inventory, and coordinating with venue, kitchen, and event staff. The Model Barback/Food Runner also represents AREA15’s brand in guest interactions and promotional activities, may participate in costumes and themed events, and must follow company service, safety, and appearance standards. The role requires varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and work in environments with changing noise, crowds, lighting, smoke, and weather conditions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Previous food and beverage service, busing, or food-running experience in a hospitality setting.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of beverage-services experience in a high-volume beverage venue.
• Previous work experience as a barback.
• Valid Health, Alcohol Awareness, and Non-Gaming work cards.
• Knowledge of beverages, glassware, and garnishes.
• Ability to push and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and repeatedly perform reaching and stooping motions.
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write English.
• Availability for varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, crowds, flashing lights, and smoke.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, sun exposure, wind, rain, and extreme cold.
• Ability to stay organized, handle multiple projects, follow up, and make accurate decisions.
• Self-motivated and willing to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting private events, banquets, or catered functions.

Responsibilities

• Clear, clean, and reset tables and service areas promptly.
• Deliver food and beverage orders accurately and promptly from the kitchen or bar to guests.
• Support front-of-house team members with table maintenance, restocking, and guest needs.
• Maintain cleanliness of venue and guest areas, including floors, surfaces, and service stations.
• Communicate with kitchen, bar, and floor staff to support smooth service flow, including communicating food orders and changes.
• Assist with venue setup and breakdown for service and events, ensuring supplies, products, and tools are ready for operation.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of each venue’s theme, menu offerings, and event beverage packages.
• Set up, stock, and break down event-specific bars and stations according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
• Restock glassware, garnishes, ice, and supplies during private events, buyouts, and group bookings.
• Coordinate with Event Operations and event coordinators regarding timelines, guest counts, and service flow.
• Pose for promotional pictures in uniform or designated logo apparel; participate in costumes for events, movie showings, and themed parties; and appear in marketing, publicity, or media materials.
• Assist with general service as assigned and inspect and maintain the assigned area.
• Keep bartenders supplied with a stocked bar or service well.
• Follow company safety policies and department and company policies and procedures.
• Provide professional, warm, positive, and attentive service; communicate effectively with visitors, employees, and event clients; and demonstrate AREA15’s ART! service standards.
• Use equipment such as a bar cart or hand pallet jack to transport items including kegs, garbage, ice, and pallets.
• Count inventory and restock product and supplies; provide accurate product counts before and after every shift and event.
• Sort bottles and break down cardboard for recycling.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic workstation in accordance with SNHD standards.
• Monitor potentially intoxicated or disruptive guests and promptly notify a manager.
• Respond to guest concerns and complaints, correcting errors or resolving complaints with a positive attitude.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance according to company standards.
• Work varied shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide visitors with accurate information about venues, event offerings, menus, and pricing.

What This Job Offers

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