Barback

Nitehawk Cinema is New York's original cinema eatery; an independent movie house bringing a selective approach to film, food, and drinks. We are currently looking for a barback in join our team in our Prospect Park location.

Shift Responsibilities: 

• Support the bartenders as needed to ensure smooth service. 
• Keep the  bars stocked, organized, as well as maintain a clean and organized working area at glasswasher, service pass & liquor room.
• Bus and maintain the guest areas within Trees Lounge and Lobby Bar & Mezzanine. 
• Ensure glassware is clean and stocked and ready for each round of service.
• Collect glassware from server stations as needed, and assist with drink delivery to stations as needed. 
• Prep garnishes and batch syrup as directed
• Maintain proper stocking levels and product levels at both Lobby Bar and Trees Lounge.
• Adhere to DOH guidelines.
• Responsible for reading and comprehending weekly service notes, email updates, and information.
• Responsible for side work tasks (opening, ongoing, and closing.)
• Maintain full knowledge of all beverage items.

Employment requirements: 

• Be present and positive throughout your shift, while being productive and a problem solver. Show initiative and follow through.
• Work in an efficient manner that minimizes service errors and comps. Work as a team with fellow staff 
• Prioritize service and guest experience. Support co-workers to assure smooth service.
• Arrive on time and ready to work at your scheduled in-time  Arrive to work in proper uniform: All black shirts or Nitehawk affiliated logos, dark denim or black pants. Non-slip shoes
• Attend staff meetings. Responsible for retaining and implementing information included in staff notifications
• Must maintain menu knowledge. 
• Be transparent and honest when errors occur to help managers find the best solution
• Adhere to the advice of managers and Leads on the floor, as well as to Nitehawk policies and maintain professionalism at all times. 
• Report any issues with equipment, building, guests, or co-workers to a manager. 
• Must have the ability to work on your feet for long periods of time. Carry and lift items up to 50 lbs and be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift items. Job responsibilities require a lot of movement up and down stairs. Work includes performing heavy and repetitive physical duties

Scheduling requirements: expected schedule is Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. 

Must be available to work weekends and holidays. Holiday schedules may vary from usual schedules and you are not to assume days off on holiday weeks. Schedules will be posted in advance. You are responsible for posted schedules and to find coverage for shifts you are unable to work. Working Holidays throughout the year is necessary, and winter holidays will have altered schedules for the last 2 weeks of the year. Hours are not guaranteed and will fluctuate depending on business levels.