Barback

Who are we: Merri-Makers was one of the first design caterers in NJ. Our all-encompassing catering services span the entire spectrum of special occasions including weddings, galas, fundraisers, corporate meetings and charity golf outings. Our team shares a passion for culinary mastery with thoughtful execution. Our 3 locations are the Ashford Estate (Allentown), Bonnet Estate (Manahawkin) and Mallard Estate (Manahawkin).

Hours:

Arrives with opening bar manager. 1pm or 2pm

• after wine service approximately 9pm

Barback Job Duties:

• Review contract and be familiar with timeline, liquor/beer/wine selections, guest counts, and signature cocktails.
• Arrives with bar manager.
• Distributes beer/wine/liquor/mixers/glassware/ice to each bar.
• Assists bar manager with any opening tasks needing to be completed prior to guest arrival.
• Assists bartenders with restocking bars with ice/beers/wine/glassware/mixers
• Takes out garbage/recycling if needed during cocktail hour.
• During transition to the ballroom from cocktail hour assists in relocating cocktail hour bars to the reception locations.
• Cleans out the groom's lounge coolers.
• Relocates beers/wines to the main bar.
• Assists in restocking bars as needed including beer/wine/liquor/mixers/ice/glassware.
• Takes out garbage/recycling throughout reception.
• During wine service assists in pouring wine tableside
• Does a final restock at all bars.
• Reorganize/consolidate open items.
• Organize grooms' room open cases.
• Takes out garbage/recycling behind all bars.
• Clean/tidy the storage area for bars in the basement.

Work Location:

In person