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Jose Andres Group

Fine-dining restaurant group offering experiential cuisine

Barback

Dining, Bar & Counter ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNashville, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Six or more months of barback or high-volume front-of-house support experience is preferred, but candidates may be trained.
  • Strong organization, pace, and attention to detail are needed.
  • Basic sanitation knowledge is needed.
  • A valid Food Handler certification is required, or the ability to obtain one.
  • Ability to lift and move kegs with proper equipment and assistance is required.
  • Clear, professional communication is required.
  • Schedule flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.
  • Ability to stand and move for extended periods of up to eight or more hours, with frequent bending and reaching, is required.
  • Ability to lift or carry 35–50 pounds and move full kegs safely with equipment and assistance is required.
  • The role involves exposure to varying temperatures, moisture, cleaning chemicals, and repetitive motions.
  • Slip-resistant footwear is required.

Responsibilities

  • Set, stock, and maintain wells, backbar, and service bars to par before and during service.
  • Restock ice, glassware, napkins, straws, picks, garnishes, and smallwares; polish and stage glassware.
  • Maintain organized walk-ins and dry storage, rotate product using first in, first out, and apply accurate labels.
  • Back up bartenders with restocks, garnish builds, glass runs, trash and compactor runs, and bar-top clearing and resetting.
  • Prioritize tasks based on ticket times and guest volume, and assist with the service bar as assigned.
  • Communicate out-of-stock items, low par levels, and urgent needs to bar leadership in real time.
  • Prepare basic garnishes to specification, including citrus wedges and peels, expressed oils, and herbs, ensuring consistency and freshness.
  • Check dates and hold times on juices, syrups, and batched items, and pull or discard them according to policy.
  • Keep ice wells clean and uncontaminated, and follow glass-breakage and ice-contamination protocols.
  • Follow Department of Health and company sanitation standards, including handwashing, glove use, and allergen and cross-contact prevention.
  • Operate the glasswasher and three-compartment sink correctly, test sanitizer parts per million, and maintain logs.
  • Keep mats, drains, floors, and prep areas clean and dry; use personal protective equipment and handle chemicals according to safety data sheets.
  • Assist with receiving spirits, wine, beer, and produce by verifying quantities, temperatures, and quality, and storing items promptly.
  • Track usage, report low stock and ordering needs, and assist with weekly counts.
  • Minimize waste through directed batch sizing, proper storage, and citrus and trim management.
  • Safely operate and clean juicers, blenders, dehydrators, and basic bar tools, and report malfunctions immediately.
  • Support carbon dioxide and draft system care as directed, and change kegs with proper equipment and assistance.
  • Tag out unsafe equipment, document work orders, and follow up on them.
  • Participate in pre-shift lineups, retain menu basics to answer guest questions or direct them to a bartender, and support front-of-house and back-of-house teams during peak periods.
  • Maintain detailed shift handoffs and notes to ensure continuity.
  • Perform setup duties as requested for the bar, side stations, storage areas, food staging area, and napkin folding.
  • Restock bars and backup coolers with liquor, wine, glassware, beer, ice, water, garnishes, and other items as needed.
  • Polish glassware and silver for guest service.
  • Keep the bar, tables, stools, and floors free from debris; keep the bar and tables clean and clear.
  • Transport dishes and other tableware to the kitchen for cleaning.
  • Clean spilled food and drinks and broken dishes, and remove empty bottles and trash.
  • Assist bartenders by offering refills on non-alcoholic beverages when needed.
  • Produce fresh juices as needed and keep beverage storage areas neat and organized.
  • Change kegs and bag-in-box containers as needed, and inform management of inventory changes.
  • Perform general cleaning tasks while adhering to health and safety standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested, including cleaning unexpected spills and executing special guest requests.

About the Company

Jose Andres Group

Fine-dining restaurant group offering experiential cuisine

The Jose Andres Group runs a collection of high-end restaurants, including The Bazaar, where guests experience innovative dining led by James Beard Award–winning chef Jos Andrés. The Bazaar combines avant-garde dishes with theatrical presentations in a stylish, modern space designed by Philippe Starck. The restaurant showcases creative techniques—such as smoking cocktails and spherified items—within a lively, immersive setting. What sets it apart is the combination of a celebrity-led culinary team, chef-driven artistry, and a strong emphasis on experiential dining rather than just food, all within a distinctive, stylish venue. The goal is to provide memorable, magical dining experiences that push culinary boundaries and surprise guests with both taste and presentation.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Auckland, New Zealand
Founded
2019

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