Barback

Reports to: Bar Manager and Bar Director 

About Kent Hospitality Group: 

Kent Hospitality Group is a visionary team reshaping hospitality through community, culture and excellence. Founded by the late Chef Jamal James Kent, this award-winning group delivers unrivaled experiences that are both welcoming and exceptional.

With a portfolio that includes Michelin-starred restaurants, private members clubs, and world-class venues, KHG creates destinations where guests and team members alike feel welcome and inspired. In partnership with entrepreneur-led private equity group SC Holdings, we believe extraordinary hospitality begins with extraordinary teams, valuing not just what we create, but how we work together to bring it to life.

Position Overview: 

The Barback supports the daily operations of the bar team by maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar environment. This role is responsible for assisting with bar setup and breakdown, preparing beverage ingredients and mise en place, maintaining inventory and product standards, and supporting bartenders throughout service. The Barback works collaboratively with the bar and dining room teams to ensure efficient operations, consistent beverage quality, and an exceptional guest experience across the 70 Pine Street portfolio.

Core Responsibilities

Bar Operations & Preparation

• Assist with daily bar setup, breakdown, and closing procedures, ensuring all bar stations are properly prepared and maintained.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels of liquor, wine, beer, mixers, glassware, ice, garnishes, and other bar supplies throughout service.
• Prepare and maintain beverage mise en place, including infusions, batches, tinctures, syrups, and other ingredients according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all bar areas, including countertops, equipment, refrigeration, storage spaces, and service stations.
• Support bartenders with beverage preparation, glassware, restocking, and other operational needs to maintain efficient service.
• Follow proper procedures for handling, storing, opening, and serving wine, spirits, and other beverages.

Service Execution & Guest Experience

• Support the execution of service standards and steps of service, including properly carrying and clearing glassware, using service trays, and maintaining table cleanliness.
• Develop familiarity with dining room layouts, bar seating, table and seat numbers, and table marking procedures.
• Maintain awareness of service flow, guest needs, and dining room timing, communicating with bartenders and service team members to anticipate operational needs.
• Maintain knowledge of food and beverage menus, including menu descriptions, cocktail ingredients, and common allergens.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in a fast-paced, cocktail-focused restaurant or bar environment as a Barback or Bartender.
• Basic knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, and common beverage ingredients.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds and perform physical tasks involving prolonged standing, bending, reaching, and repetitive movement, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly when maintaining bar inventory, cleanliness, and preparation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Receptive to direction, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.