Barback - Soho House Manchester

The Role… 

At Soho House, a Barback plays an essential supporting role in the smooth and efficient operation of the bar. Working alongside the bar team, you’ll ensure that bartenders have everything they need to deliver fast, high-quality service to our members and guests. 

Your main responsibility is to assist the bar staff and make sure the member gets a superior experience. You will deliver drinks orders from the bar to members’ tables, acting as a point of contact between the bar and the floor.  

What's in it for you?

• Weekly Pay


• Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs


• Soho Friends Membership


• 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week


• Staff Room Rates


• Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents)


• Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents)


• Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service


• Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home


• In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.


• Free Counselling Sessions


• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.


• Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally


• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career

Key duties…

• Bring drinks quickly from the bar to its respective location in the restaurants and deliver to members.  


• Maintain a spotless, pristine work environment 


• Provides service to and is accountable for an assigned section. 


• Develop relationships with members to provide personalized service. 


• Polishing glassware ensuring they are ready for service.  


• Assist bartenders during service by restocking ingredients, running drinks, and retrieving supplies from storage or cellar. 


• Perform opening and closing procedures including but not limited to the set up and break down of stations. 


• Ensure all service equipment is handled carefully and stored correctly. 


• Maintain a spotless and pristine working environment.  


• Attending regular meetings with front and back of house teams to learn about any menu changes and specials alongside daily tastings.

What we are looking for...

• 2 - 3 years’ experience in similar capacity


• Basic understanding of bar operations, hygiene standards, and stock rotation. 


• Must be hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service and respectful towards colleagues and guests


• Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School


• Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed


• Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously