BAR K JOB DESCRIPTION — BARBACK

Bar K is a unique business combining a thoughtfully designed, fully-staffed dog park with a modern bar, restaurant and event space. Bar K brings engaged, community-minded people and their dogs together to share connections with their pups and each other in a joyful and creative space.

Our goal at Bar K is to demonstrate an unsurpassed level of customer service to Bar K guests — both human and dog – to ensure that all guests have a joyful experience that consistently exceeds expectations. 

It is a complex concept that requires expert execution across multiple business segments including food and beverage, marketing, dog recreation, retail and others. 

SUMMARY

The job of Barback is one of the most important jobs in the Bar K organization.  The Barback’s role is to support the Bartenders ensuring the bar is properly stocked with product, clean glasses and other barware.  While Barbacks have limited interaction with customers, they are expected to be friendly, courteous and helpful.  Barbacks report to the Bar Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Show that you are an energetic, outgoing, fun person while maintaining professionalism.
• Perform basic prep work behind the bar:  refilling ice bins, restocking beer/liquor, cutting garnishes.
• Change empty kegs in keg room, including moving full kegs of beer.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment by cleaning up spills and emptying trash cans.
• Organizes bar and drink ware.
• Clear and clean bar in a timely manner.
• Perform more than one task at a time.
• Offer polite, professional, and courteous customer service.
• Communicate effectively, clearly, patiently and humorously with co-workers and guests.
• Complete all side work as assigned.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EXPECTED JOB SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• Food service experience with general knowledge of bar/nightclub operations. 
• Must be at least age 18 or older, depending on state regulations
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays
• Must Love Dogs!

Other:

• Must speak fluent English
• Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 200 pounds (kegs, ice, glasses, trays, etc.)
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely
• Frequently standing up or moving about the facility efficiently and safely
• Withstand potential climate temperature changes in assigned work area

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Full and part-time positions are available.  Competitive pay and benefits are available for eligible employees including health and life insurance, paid time off, food and beverage discounts, and free Membership for the dogs in your household.

EEO STATEMENT

Bar K is an equal opportunity employer. Bar K prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Bar K conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.