About This Role
Working in a stylish and lively cocktail bar in the heart of NYC's East Village, the Barback supports bartenders and helps ensure smooth and efficient service. This hands-on position suits an energetic, organized, and motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist bartenders with daily operations to ensure fast, efficient, and organized bar service
- Continuously restock liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and other bar supplies
- Keep ice bins filled and ensure bartenders have everything needed during service
- Wash, polish, and organize glassware, bar tools, and equipment
- Maintain cleanliness and organization behind the bar, including countertops, sinks, coolers, and storage areas
- Remove empty bottles, trash, and recycling throughout each shift
- Prepare garnishes, fresh juices, syrups, and other cocktail ingredients according to house standards
- Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing liquor and supply deliveries
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to bartenders and management
- Assist with opening and closing duties, including setting up and breaking down the bar
- Support bartenders and servers during busy periods and special events
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
Requirements
- Previous barback, restaurant, or hospitality experience required
- Experience working in a busy cocktail bar, restaurant, or nightlife establishment is a plus
- Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and independently in a high-volume environment
- Must be dependable, punctual, hardworking, and detail-oriented
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to follow directions and anticipate the needs of bartenders
- Must be comfortable standing for extended periods and performing physically demanding tasks
- Ability to lift and carry cases of beverages, ice buckets, and other bar supplies
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Willingness to learn about spirits, cocktail preparation, and bar operations
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Important Details
- Schedule: Afternoons, Evenings, Weekends & Holidays
- Expected hours: 40.0
- 50.0 per week
- Employment type: Part-Time or Full-Time
Application Process
- Drop off your resume in person during business hours at The Headless Widow, 99 First Avenue, New York, NY 10003, East Village, Manhattan