Bar Back - Pink Taco, NYC

As much as we worship the almighty tortilla, we obsess over surrounding ourselves with wonderful energy, culture, and team members. Joining our crew means you'll play a key role in bringing the spirit of Pink Taco and our menu to life for our fans. We are a company that is focused on growing both our brand and our team members. We want people who love to bring joy to others through great service and delicious tacos. And in return, we strive to create a great work environment. We will work hard but love our jobs. Plus, we'll have a hell of a lot of fun doing it too.Pay Rate: $12 per hour, Plus Tips opportunity!PURPOSEThe Barback is responsible for keeping their assigned area clean and well stocked, working in conjunction with the bartender and providing fast, effective and accurate bar and bar related services. Pink Taco is looking for a FUN, FAIR, HONEST, HARDWORKING, UNPRETENTIOUS AND UNCOMPLICATED individual with a passion for creating an outstanding guest experience.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESProvide service to bartenders in a timely mannerPrepare all mixes and garnishesEnsure proper rotation of all liquor, beer, wine and consumable itemsKeep bar top clean and free of dirty glasses, dirty ashtrays, trash, etc. throughout shiftKeep back bar clean and organizedClean all spills immediately and place all trash in proper receptacles Sweep and mop as neededEmpty trash as necessaryAssist with loadingunloading of miscellaneous equipment, such as boxes, food and beverage productMaintain openingclosing liquor, beer, wine and consumables parEnsure all stocking is complete, requisitions are filled out and any shortage of stock is reportedProvide guests with accurate and thorough information regarding menu items, pricing, and allergen informationRecognize and cultivate regular guests and repeat businessRespond to guest concernscomplaints and correct errors or resolve complaints while maintaining a positive attitude escalating to management when necessaryMonitor potentially intoxicated andor disruptive guests and promptly bring to a manager's attentionInform management of any complaint, comments or incidentEnsure nightlyweekly and openingrunningclosing duties are completedRecord and report any equipment failure andor safety hazards to management immediately'Move furniture as directed by management, including but not limited to: tables, chairs, bar stools, banquettes, bar tables, boxes, and equipmentComply with all safety and health department procedures and all state and federal liquor lawsMaintain company safety and sanitation standardsAssists and or completes additional tasks as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSHigh School Diploma preferredProof of eligibility to work in the United StatesValid Driver's License21+ years of agePossession of or the ability to possess all state required work cardsMinimum of one (1) years related experienceExperience with POS systemsFamiliarity with beer and spiritsProper lifting techniquesGuest relationsSanitation and safetySafe alcohol serviceFull service restaurant operationsAbility to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the publicCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITSHourly + TipsBenefits eligible for FT EmployeesCompany DiscountsFun Work CultureWORKING CONDITIONSThe working conditions described below are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.Work indoors andor outdoors, exposed to hot andor cold surfaces, steam, and wet floorsWork in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volumeFast paced, high volume, full service restaurantWork varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidaysPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Ability to walk long periods of timeAbility to stand for long periods of timeAbility to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of timeAbility to understand the speech of another personAbility to speak clearly so listeners can understandAbility to push and lift up to 50 lbsAbility to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlDISCLAIMERThis job description is a summary of duties, which you as a Barback are expected to perform in your normal course of work. It is by no means an all-inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties. You should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time with or without notice.

Created: 2025-03-12