Barback / Server - San Francisco, United States - The Beehive

The Beehive

Verified Company

San Francisco, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Beehive is a bustling cocktail bar in the heart of San Francisco's historic Mission district. We offer top notch crafted cocktails and elevated bar bites to compliment our Mid century aesthetic

Barbacks are the support team for bartenders. They focus on stock and clerical tasks so the bartender can concentrate on making drinks. Barbacks play an unsung role in optimizing the customer experience. Barbacks work directly with the bartenders on their shift, taking direction from the senior bartender.

Barbacks have to be strong and have good physical endurance, as they have to lift kegs and be on their feet all day.

They also need to be able to switch tasks smoothly and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties:

Change Kegs as Needed: Barbacks need to have a certain amount of physical strength to lift full kegs and carry them from storage. Need to know how to properly tap a keg.
Clean and

Restock Glassware:
Glassware from the bar is washed and restocked by the Barback.

Open and

Close Tabs:

Barbacks open and close tabs for customers so bartenders can focus on the customers who are still ordering drinks.

This requires a working knowledge of point of sale software.

Retrieve Drinks for Bartender: Support the bartender as needed during busy hours. Clear out empty bottles and glasses from the lounge area.
Keep Beer Cooler and

Liquor Shelf Stocked:

When the stock of liquor or a certain beer gets low, it is the Barback's responsibility to restock the beer cooler and liquor shelf.

Prepare and

Restock Garnishes:
The limes, lemons, oranges, and other garnishes for beers and mixed drinks are prepared by barbacks. This duty requires manual dexterity to safely handle kitchen knives.