Bar Back

3 weeks ago

Huntsville, United States Huntsville Botanical Garden Full time

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Bar Back

Department: Hospitality Services

Supervisor: Beverage Manager

Supervises: N/A

FLSA Salary Classification: Non-Exempt

Availability: Flexible schedule with heavy emphasis on evening and weekend work. Number of hours varies based upon seasonality of event calendar.

General Summary: Responsible for performing bar back services as contracted for various Hospitality Services events and Garden experiences to include weddings, private events, picnics, corporate meetings, and all Garden events requesting beverage and concessions. The Bar Back supports the Bartender by assisting in bar setup, cashiering, restocking during and throughout event, and bar breakdown.

Essential Duties:

  • Arrives as scheduled, assists with set up for bar, and helps meets specific requirements and offerings from the client, Bartender or other Hospitality Services personnel. Ensures the bar is properly stocked with needed supplies throughout the event.
  • Maintains ongoing communication with Bartender throughout event to ensure bar is not left unattended at any time.
  • Assists Bartender with cashier/POS duties.
  • Greets and assists clients and their guests at Bartender request, providing beverage services under the guidelines of the Alabama Beverage Control Board and Garden policies. Strictly complies with Responsible Vendor requirements. Interacts with guests in a friendly, professional manner with a particular emphasis on providing exceptional customer service.
  • Works in a positive and professional manner with other personnel assigned to the event as well as outside vendors.
  • At the conclusion of the event, assists Bartender in returning all liquor, wine, beer, mixers and other supplies to the appropriate storage and confirm alcohol is secured. Helps to make sure bar fridges, storage areas, and bar tools are clean and prepared for the next event.
  • Provides immediate notification to designated personnel in the case of an incident or injury requiring an emergency medical, police, or fire response.
  • Follows all safety procedures, maintaining the ongoing responsibility of reporting any safety-related questions or concerns. Documents any visitor injuries and/or incidents, and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months related experience or training in the food and beverage field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Employee must attend and pass the Responsible Vendor Training program as prescribed by the Alabama Beverage Control Board. The ABC Board requires that a person be at least 19 years old to bar back and 21 years old to serve alcohol.
Success Factors:
  • Exemplifies the Garden's Core Values and a passion for providing engaging customer service to Garden visitors.
  • Demonstrates an earnest appreciation for the mission of the Garden and a genuine dedication to the Garden's brand identity.
  • Brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic to all tasks and activities and be polished and maintain a professional demeanor under pressure.
  • Possess the ability to multi-task, stay organized, prioritize responsibilities and stay on track without direct supervision.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Physical Demands: The employee is occasionally required to arrange event decor per client's design specifications to meet bar layout. The employee will transport, position and/or move bar supplies that individually weigh up to 25 pounds frequently.
  • Work Environment: Work is frequently performed at indoor event venues and on occasion may be required to work outdoors in varied terrains, in all weather conditions.
  • Equipment: tablet, two-way radio, supply carts, operation of the garden shuttle, and POS system.


Job descriptions are guidelines that attempt to characterize essential functions and responsibilities of a job, and are subject to change as needs and programs change. At Huntsville Botanical Garden job descriptions are considered neither inclusive nor exclusive. It is expected that up to 20% of your duties may change annually.

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

The Huntsville Botanical Garden supports a culture of inclusion that attracts, inspires, and engages people to achieve success. The Garden is committed to hire and develop employees based on job-related qualifications irrespective of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. To increase diversity in professions related to the public garden realm, we encourage applications from underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

Salary Description

$13.00 - $14.00

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