About the Role
The Barback supports Bartenders with all preparation, restocking, and cleanliness. They collaborate with front- and back-of-house team members to uphold bar program standards and create a welcoming atmosphere, enhancing Maxime’s brand and service.
Responsibilities
- Support Bartenders with all preparation aspects, restocking, and maintaining cleanliness.
- Work closely with all front- and back-of-house team members to uphold the standards of the bar program.
- Create a welcoming atmosphere, elevating Maxime’s brand and service standards at all times.
- Prepare bar for service by filling wells with ice.
- Prepare fruit trays.
- Restock the bar with beer, liquor, wine, glassware, and juices.
- Stock trash cans and towels.
- Properly rotate products and ensure perishable items are labeled.
- Regularly check draught beers to ensure kegs are functional.
- Change kegs as needed in accordance with safety standards.
- Adhere to all Department of Health and Safety standards related to food and beverage handling, hygiene, and alcohol service.
- Uphold superior service standards and ensure guest satisfaction throughout the dining experience.
- Operate autonomously with minimal oversight.
- Maintain a professional, upbeat demeanor.
- Embrace a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Work as part of an established team delivering exceptional experiences daily.
- Regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting as part of normal restaurant operations.
Requirements
- Proven success as a Barback/Beverage Support within fine dining, Michelin-star establishments, or luxury hotel settings.
- Knowledge of bar service as well as culinary concepts and terminology.
- TIPS certification required.
- Ability to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, per the needs of the business.
- Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Skills
- Barback
- Beverage Support
- Fine Dining
- Michelin-star establishments
- Luxury hotel settings
- Bar service
- Culinary concepts
- Culinary terminology
- Food and beverage handling
- Hygiene
- Alcohol service
- Guest satisfaction
- Team-oriented approach
Location
- Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York City
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Proven success
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan — medical, dental, vision & life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off — significant vacation days & personal days
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Work-Life & Wellness Platform
- Retail, Restaurant & Activities Discounts
- Freshly Prepared Staff Meal on each shift
- Uniform & Dry Cleaning Provided
- $2000 referral bonus
- Exclusive perks
About the Company
- Maxime’s is a private member’s club by entrepreneur Robin Birley.
- This role is for committed and ambitious individuals who want to become a part of something truly unique in New York City’s private member’s club scene.
Equal Opportunity
- Maxime’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.
