Title:  Barback (FT) - $14/hr

JOB SUMMARY

The Bar Back maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the bar outlets. They are also responsible for the delivery, maintenance, stocking, cleaning, and supply of products in food and beverage venues—services that include assistance with setup or breakdown functions periodically or as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform effectively under high-pressure, demanding situations, often in compact spaces of four feet or less, with close contact with team members and guests; able to work in a smoking environment.
• Rotate products using First In, First Out (FIFO) practices; maintain inventory control by ordering strictly on a bottle-for-bottle basis as used.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of the bar outlet at all times.
• Operate communication devices such as telephones, two-way radios, and bulletin boards efficiently.
• Engage with guests to build positive relationships, resolve concerns, and create loyalty opportunities.
• Ensure all beverages are prepared according to approved recipes, with proper garnishes, and delivered promptly while following alcohol awareness procedures.
• Assist the F&B Supervisor with inventory control, proper product rotation, checking use-by dates on beer and dairy items, and labeling fresh-cut produce; stock and rotate all products, cutting fresh fruit daily.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Perform daily inventory of all required stock within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Ensure requisitions are completed and delivered promptly.
• Model prompt, efficient service standards to Bartenders, Servers, Concession Attendants, and Leadership.
• Remain available to support and perform special functions as directed by Leadership.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills and respond quickly when contacted via in-house radio.
• Maintain equipment in proper order and report any malfunctions immediately.
• Consistently follow departmental training standards, including clean-as-you-go and re-checking guest satisfaction.
• Adhere to all departmental sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of the bar area while following all safety and alcohol awareness procedures.
• Rotate and stock products using FIFO practices, accurately track inventory, and restock supplies as needed.
• Prepare beverages according to approved recipes with proper garnishes and assist with food prep tasks such as cutting fresh fruit daily.
• Provide prompt, friendly service to guests and address food or beverage concerns in partnership with front-of-house staff.
• Operate communication devices such as telephones and two-way radios, and respond quickly to requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work an alternate schedule with a minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

•    Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
•    Prior experience preferred.
•    Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee may also be required to lift, push, and pull up to 40lbs.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and the functioning of machines.