Bar Back Details

Bar Back

Pink Martini! - Rocklin, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Job Description

Pink Martini in Rocklin, CA is looking for one bar back to join our 33 person strong family. We are located on 6700 Lonetree Blvd Suite 100,. Our ideal candidate is attentive, motivated, and hard-working.

What is a Barback?

This is a junior role for someone who wants to work as a barista, bartender or even bar manager, in the future. Barbacks usually undertake simple tasks and mainly support the more experienced bar staff before they're able to take orders, serve customers and mix drinks without supervision.

What does a Barback do?

Barbacks work behind-the-scenes to support bartenders and waiters during their shift. They also assist with bar opening and closing procedures.

Barback responsibilities include:

• Collecting glassware and cleaning up the bar area
• Replacing beer kegs and liquor bottles
• Refilling ice bins

Job brief

We are looking for a Barback to support our Bartenders and the rest of our staff. You’ll assist with bar opening and closing procedures and perform various behind-the-bar tasks, such as restocking the bar and preparing garnishes.

If you’re interested in kickstarting your career in the hospitality industry, this is a great opportunity to get first-hand experience of how a bar operates.

Ultimately, you’ll help ensure that our guests get an excellent customer service and enjoy their time at our bar.

Note that, to be considered for this role, you should be legally authorized to work in a bar where alcoholic beverages are served and consumed. You should also be available to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Tidy up tables, counters and other bar areas
• Collect empty glasses and bottles
• Restock the bar with straws, coasters and napkins
• Prepare mixers, juices and cocktail garnishes
• Replenish fruits
• Change out beer kegs and replace liquor bottles
• Remove trash and wipe down drink spills
• Refill ice bins
• Clean rags throughout the shift
• Assist the Bartenders during rush hours
• Backup bartender
• Refill low and empty and bar stocks
• Clean and replenish glass supply
• Restock ice
• Entertain and talk to customers
• Inform guests of menu
• Cut garnishes
• Juice citrus
• Replenish napkins and straws
• Pouring beer and wine
• Helping with cocktail making

Requirements

• Minimum age to serve alcohol
• Interest in the hospitality industry; previous entry-level experience in a bar or restaurant is not mandatory, but will be considered a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Team spirit
• Basic knowledge of bar menu items and recipes (different types of beers and mixed drinks)
• Physical ability to lift beer kegs, hold trays of bottles and glassware and stand during the shift
• Flexibility to work during evenings, weekends and public holidays
• High school diploma; additional certification in mixology or hospitality is a plus
• Outgoing and engaging personality
• Proactive at identifying and completing work needs
• Ability to assess station needs and act accordingly
• Great spoken and written communication
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs
• Must be 21 years old

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Liz Delgado - General Manager

Kyle Oliver - Owner

Tayler Pecha - Bar Manager

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