Barback in New York, New York at Motek New York

We’re thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of Motek West Village — a very exciting and unique opportunity to join our team at the start of this new chapter! We’re looking for passionate and driven hospitality professionals who want to be part of something special from day one.

Motek, a part of Happy Corner Hospitality collective, is a Mediterranean concept restaurant. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and culinary experiences to our valued guests. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, and we're currently seeking passionate individuals to join our team.

Position Overview:
As a barback, you will play a crucial role in assisting the bar team in ensuring our guests have an amazing dining experience. From welcoming guests to the bar, assisting by running food, drinks, to stocking the bar, you will help the bar team provide an exceptional dining experience.

Responsibilities:

• Become knowledgeable about dishes/cocktails in order to engage in proper table talk when dropping off dishes/cocktails.
• Restock ice, beverages, wines, glasses to ensure bar runs efficiently.
• Assist with stocking bar, ensuring batches are always fresh, slicing garnishes.
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment by communicating effectively and supporting team members.

Benefits:

• Wages paid weekly.
• Growth opportunities.
• Competitive pay.
• 401(K) savings plan.
• Health benefits (upon eligibility).
• Employee discounts.

If you're passionate about food and dedicated to delivering excellence, we'd love to hear from you!

• Previous experience in a fast-paced restaurant; minimum 1 years in a barback role.
• Basic understanding of food handling and safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!