Barback - TAO Restaurant

Barback – TAO Downtown Restaurant New York

Join Tao Group Hospitality as a part‑time barback at our downtown venue. The role supports bartenders and serves guests while maintaining a clean, organized bar.

• Stock and re‑stock all bar inventories and supplies.
• Assist bartenders and cocktail servers in all aspects of guest service.
• Anticipate and accommodate guests' needs in a timely manner.
• Ensure delivery of all food and beverage to guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar, bar area, and entire venue.
• Set up bar stations, perform opening/closing side‑work, and follow beverage requisition procedures.
• Set up bar equipment and wipe down surfaces.
• Keep back‑of‑house storage and refrigeration clean and organized.
• Manage liquor displays, shelving, and par levels.
• Report breakage or damage to management immediately.
• Attend pre‑service meetings and training sessions.
• Participate in daily duties and additional tasks as assigned.

• On‑site barback training conducted by Tao Group Hospitality.

• Previous hospitality experience.
• Previous bar‑back experience.
• Experience in high‑volume restaurants, nightclubs, or lounges.

• Good verbal communication.
• Positive energy throughout the day.
• Strong written communication and legible printing.
• Ability to stand extended periods and move quickly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in noisy, crowded environments.
• Willingness to work irregular shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Exposure to cleaning materials and hot kitchen elements.
• Professional appearance and confidentiality.
• Team‑player attitude and courteous interaction with guests, managers, and co‑workers.

• State applicable time off.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee assistance program.
• TAO savings marketplace.
• Employee discounts and more.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level.
• Employment type:
  
  Part‑time.
• Job function:
  Other.
• Industry: Restaurants.