Goode Company Kitchen and Cantina Barback
Goode Company Restaurants
Houston, TX 77019
Description
The customer experience is very important to us - they're why we keep doing what we're doing. At Goode Company the Barback is key to making that happen. You understand the fine balance of service and help provide exceptional service to our customers in a timely, courteous, efficient, and accurate manner. The Barback provides assistance and support to our bartenders in all aspect of operating a smooth running and profitable bar. Our Barbacks are polite and friendly to guests, and co-workers alike, and understand the importance of maintaining Goode Company's high sanitation standards. You keep your work station clean and sanitary at all times, because you know it is a direct reflection on you.
The ideal candidate for this position has a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and previous experience is preferred. Fluent English speaking and writing skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, speech, and behavior are all required for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Stock the bar with all necessities includes condiments, straws, rags and beverage napkins, etc.
- Maintain full ice binds and bar cleanliness.
- Restock beer and help change kegs.
- Bus glassware and dirty plates on top of and around the bar area
- Maintain cleanliness inside and outside of the bar, around the bar, and bar stools.
- Wash glassware and restock as needed.
- Help bartender maintain service well.
- Present a professional appearance.
- Run bus tubs back to the kitchen and replace them with new ones.
- Perform any other duties specified by manager and/or your bartender
- Make margarita mix for margarita machine
- Cutting fruit and garnishes for drinks.
- Maintain proper stock of juice, liquor, beer, and wine.
- Clears bar area of used dishes, glasses, and silverware and re-sets between customers
- Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner
- Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma preferred
- Previous experience preferred
- TABC Certification required
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written - English speaking
- Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
- Helpful attitude and friendly demeanor
- Knowledge of general sanitary and safety practices
- Able to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
WHERE WE MEET: You take joy in what you do, and we take pride in finding folks like you. Because when you’re in it for the long haul, no shortcut’s worth taking - especially when it comes to our preparation, our ingredients, and most importantly, our people. Interested? Us too. Let’s chat.
Oh yeah, don't forget the "extras" - we have those too. We offer great benefits! We are looking forward to hearing from you!
PERKS OF THE JOB AND BENEFITS:
- Weekly payroll
- Flexible Schedules (Thanksgiving and Christmas off)
- Discounted food, beverages and merchandise at any Goode Co. Locations
- 401(k) retirement plan with Company MATCH!
- Access to an internal career coach providing personal and professional skills advice
- Opportunities for advancement
- Medical benefits plan tailored to you, including health membership plans
- Joining a culture that lives its brand values and brings people together to create meaningful connections since 1977
Goode Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran’s status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either