Barback Mock Interview
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Question 22 of 30
How do you ensure the bar area runs smoothly during your shift?
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Luke Duggan is a thoughtful and engaging communicator with operations director experience in the hospitality and property management industries.
The hiring manager wants to hire a barback to make it easier for the bartender to do their job. The ideal candidate will talk about their observation skills, taking the initiative to refill ice or restock the coolers.
Luke Duggan is a thoughtful and engaging communicator with operations director experience in the hospitality and property management industries.
If the bar is not set up and ready to go for the crowd, it will be much more difficult for the barback to do their job. Provide examples that show you are dependable and proactive to ensure the bartender has all the tools needed for the shift.
Luke Duggan is a thoughtful and engaging communicator with operations director experience in the hospitality and property management industries.
"I follow a mental checklist and do my best to anticipate the bartender's needs. For example, I always make sure that enough clean glassware is available and all ice wells are topped off. Once those areas are good to go, my focus switches to the product, garnish, and cleanliness."
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