Barback - Katsuya Century City

sbe conceptualizes and develops innovative concepts that invite you to indulge in the extraordinary. As the global leader in “lifestyle hospitality,” we redefine the hospitality experience through innovation and collaboration. We ELEVATE THE EXTRAORDINARY.

A pioneering icon in lifestyle hospitality, sbe has become an international brand. As a multiplatform hospitality and nightlife company, we create innovative concepts and award-winning experiences. As incubators and operators, we develop globally acclaimed culinary brands, critically acclaimed restaurants, lounges, and nightclubs. What unites them is a continued commitment to innovation, and service, delivering an unparalleled experience that exceeds the highest of expectations and sets new industry standards. sbe conceptualizes and develops innovative concepts that invite you to INDULGE IN THE EXTRAORDINARY

Katsuya is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls, and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors for the American palate. The superb talent and exacting precision of Katsuya has changed the face of Japanese cuisine. Katsuya analyzed the eating habits of the American public and stepped outside of what is considered traditional Japanese cuisine, mixing it with California-style cuisine. This innovation ignited a new sushi trend that spread like wildfire throughout the industry.

Job Summary 

The barback acts as the critical support system for our Bartenders. For our bars to function properly, we require our barback to be in constant communication with the Bartenders (as well as the rest of the Service Team). It is their responsibility to ensure that the bar is always stocked with necessary items for proper service and to expedite guests’ drink orders by providing quick and efficient support to the Bartenders.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures a seamless guest experience
• Cleans bar area, including bar tops, sinks, glasses, refrigerators, coolers, and other bar appliances in accordance with policies and Health Standards.
• Maintains floors and keeps them free of garbage or debris
• Ensure the back bar is set properly with all product labels facing and pour spouts facing to the left.
• Ensures all soda gun products, fruit garnishes, and mixes meet service standards
• Stocks assigned bar with products and supplies for the evening and keeps the assigned bar stock with products and supplies throughout each scheduled shift
• Ensures liquor room, walk-in coolers, and storerooms are always organized and clean.
• Prepares all mixes and garnishes
• Works to anticipate the needs of bartenders and server assistants at all times, assisting them however necessary
• Must have an exceptional personality and hospitality driven attitude
• Must be polished, professional, friendly, dynamic and able to multitask
• Must be a highly organized individual with the ability to handle numerous tasks at a time
• Able to take initiative in a VIP driven and guest service focused environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains a "sense of urgency" attitude for the completion of responsibilities/tasks

Desired Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of one (1) year experience in a contemporary dining restaurant
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older

Work Schedule

Physical Requirements 

Work Authorization 

Must be able to provide documentation that shows you are authorized to work in the United States. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.

Education / Experience / Credentials 

Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in high-end, service-focused environment. It is the employee's responsibility to secure and maintain the current status of all required certificates, licenses, or registrations when required by local, state, or federal government agencies. ANSI approved Food Handler Card and Responsible Beverage Service certificate recognized by the ABC.

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement 

We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe in, embrace, and abide by the spirit, as well as, to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Our policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, internships, and apprenticeship. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.