Bar Back & Events

Job Title: Bar Back & Events (Part-Time)

Location: The Lighthouse Brooklyn Campus

Reports to: Hospitality & Operations Manager

Hourly Rate: $20.00

Department: Operations

The Lighthouse, part of Whalar Group, is a first-ever creative campus and studio playground for the Creator Generation, offering Creators an I.R.L. platform to Learn, Make, and Belong. With Venice, CA already opened, and Brooklyn, NY opening in Fall 2025, and London/EMEA opening in 2026, the campuses are designed to empower and support career Creators and creative professionals, providing a dynamic environment explicitly tailored to their needs. Each campus features state-of-the-art, mixed-use content studios, and hosts impactful programming that empowers members to collaborate, learn, and grow their businesses within a thriving community. 

The Lighthouse expands opportunities and creative capabilities, offering Creators a dedicated space to co-create, connect, and lead the businesses shaping creative culture. Learn more: www.thelighthouse.com.

About the role:

As a Bar Back, you’ll be the essential support system behind our bar operations—keeping things stocked, clean, and ready so Bartenders can deliver seamless service. You’ll combine behind-the-scenes work with guest-facing hospitality, helping to create a welcoming environment for members, guests, and partners. This role is fast-paced, team-oriented, and vital to ensuring events, activations, and daily bar & events operations run smoothly.

Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day:

• Support Bartenders by keeping the bar fully stocked, clean, and organized.
• Handle bar prep, including garnishes, beverages, and glassware par levels.
• Provide warm, proactive hospitality by assisting guests and supporting service flow.
• Wash and polish glassware, manage small dish duties, and remove trash.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area, pantry kitchen, storage, and prep spaces.
• Participate in opening, closing, and pantry cleanup duties as part of the campus team.
• Assist Bartenders during events and activations with setup, service, and breakdown.
• Anticipate supply needs during events and restock proactively.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and responsible alcohol service standards.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Hospitality-first mindset with strong teamwork and guest service orientation.
• Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented approach.
• Comfortable with physical work: lifting, moving cases, trash removal.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 30 lbs.
• Previous bar support, hospitality, or service experience preferred.
• TIPS, ATAP, or equivalent alcohol service certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends for events.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 30 lbs.
• Frequent standing, bending, and moving in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends to support bar operations and events.

Our values:

At The Lighthouse, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers. 

The Lighthouse provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation, and benefits.