Bar Back

Description:

The Bar Back role at Dave & Buster's is a key support position dedicated to maintaining a seamless and outstanding bar and dining operation. You will serve as the backbone of the bar team, ensuring bartenders are fully stocked and able to focus on delivering prompt, friendly service and creating an electrifying atmosphere for every guest.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication skills in English are necessary for effective coordination with bartenders, servers, and management.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A natural ability to maintain high enthusiasm and create an engaging, fun atmosphere for both guests and fellow team members.
• The capacity to work quickly and efficiently in a demanding, high-volume environment.

Benefits

• Dave & Buster's provides a competitive benefits package for many positions, which may include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K retirement plan, COMPLIMENTARY GAME PLAY, and additional perks.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to bartenders by keeping bar stations fully supplied with liquor, beer, mixers, garnishes, and clean glassware to ensure continuous service.
• Proactively manage inventory and stock levels throughout the shift, including restocking bottles, changing kegs, and ensuring adequate ice supply.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the bar, including wiping down surfaces, collecting and washing dirty glassware, taking out trash/recycling, and mopping service areas.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures for the bar, including prep work (e.g., cutting garnishes) and breakdown duties.
• Adhere strictly to all company standards for food and beverage sanitation and hygiene.
• Deliver food and non-alcoholic drinks to tables and assist with pre-bussing, clearing, and resetting tables as business volume requires.
• Maintain a high level of guest satisfaction by quickly addressing spills, removing empty items, and assisting the front-of-house team as needed.
• Strictly follow all established responsible alcohol service policies, including identifying and communicating situations that require management intervention regarding guest behavior or intoxication.
• Adhere to the Full hands in, Full hands out principle to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Report any operational concerns or significant issues to the immediate supervisor promptly.
• Actively participate in any sales-driving promotional activities or contests.
• Maintain a professional, clean, and neat appearance by adhering to the uniform code.
• Work cooperatively with all team members to foster a positive and productive working climate.
• Frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Be prepared to stand and move throughout the facility for the duration of the entire shift.
• Be available to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Dave & Buster’s hire for both entertainment and dining roles?

A) Yes, jobs support arcade operations and food service.

Q) Are game floor attendants separate from servers?

A) Yes, arcade and restaurant roles have different responsibilities.

Q) Do employees handle large group events?

A) Yes, private parties and corporate events are common.

Q) Is cash handling part of arcade roles?

A) Yes, some positions manage game cards and payments.

Q) Are weekend evenings peak working times?

A) Yes, weekends are the busiest periods.