Seasonal Barback - Soho House Chicago

<p><strong>The role…</strong></p> <p>At Soho House, a <strong>Barback</strong> is responsible for assisting the bartenders in providing quality service to all guests who come to Soho House. As a Barback, you will create efficiency behind the bar by ensuring all items are stocked and easily accessible for quick access and delivery to guest. A Barback, is responsible for cleaning the bar, preparing garnishes, ensuring the bar is well stocked with napkins, ice, straws, glassware, garnishes, and all other necessities, and taking on other duties to support Bartenders and ensure that the bar operates smoothly.</p> <p>A successful Barback, is knowledgeable about menu items, attentive and focused on providing the best possible service in a fast-paced environment. A Soho House Barback is an integral part of what keeps our bars running smoothly and if you have great intuition and a passion for all thing’s beverage, this could be the position for you!</p> <p><strong>Seasonal Position: This role is expected to run from May through September.</strong></p> <p><strong>Main Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Upkeep of bar and support of the bar staff to ensure all guests receive a positive and memorable experience</li> <li>Assist bartenders and management team in maintaining the bars presentation and approachability for guests</li> <li>Stock bar(s) with alcoholic beverages including spirts, liquor, wine, beer, garnishes, and drink mixes</li> <li>Stock bar(s) with non-alcoholic beverages including soda, juices, and carbon dioxide at bars</li> <li>Stock liquor room with all supplies including liquor, beer, wine, dry goods, soda, etc</li> <li>Maintain cleanliness of liquor rooms, beer coolers, and bars including sweeping, mopping, trash removal, etc</li> <li>Ensure all member, guest and private events/functions are set up for anticipated volume and forecasted business levels; including stocking alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and paper products</li> <li>Replenish paper goods (i.e., cups, napkins, etc.) at bars</li> <li>Help with inventory and advise on areas that require replenishment through purchase orders</li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Skills/Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>1+ year working in F&amp;B operation or eager to learn and passionate to deliver results</li> <li>Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions</li> <li>Detail oriented and thrive in fast-paced environment</li> <li>Basic verbal communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to multitask and work and works well under pressure</li> </ul> <p><strong>Physical Requirements