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POSITION SUMMARY
A Fare Extraordinaire is seeking dependable, energetic, and hardworking Bar Runners to support bartenders and beverage operations during weddings, corporate functions, private parties, catered events, and other special events.
The Bar Runner plays an important behind-the-scenes role in keeping each bar fully stocked, clean, organized, and operating efficiently throughout the event.
Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, lifting and transporting beverage supplies, responding quickly to bartender requests, and remaining active throughout the entire shift.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Current Food Handler Certificate (FHC) – REQUIRED
- TABC Certification – Strongly Preferred
Candidates with a current TABC certification may have additional opportunities to assist with beverage-service duties when permitted.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Assist with setup and breakdown of bars and beverage stations.
- Keep bartenders fully stocked throughout the event.
- Transport beer, wine, mixers, water, soft drinks, juices, and other beverage products to designated bar areas.
- Replenish ice throughout the event.
- Restock cups, glassware, napkins, straws, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
- Monitor bar inventory and notify bartenders or supervisors when supplies are running low.
- Retrieve requested products and supplies quickly and efficiently.
- Maintain organized beverage-storage and staging areas.
- Remove empty bottles, boxes, trash, and other debris from bar areas.
- Maintain clean and sanitary bar and service areas.
- Assist with collecting and transporting used glassware when necessary.
- Break down boxes and dispose of trash properly.
- Assist bartenders with non-alcoholic beverage preparation and other support duties as directed.
- Follow instructions from bartenders, banquet captains, beverage managers, and event supervisors.
- Assist with loading, unloading, staging, and moving event supplies.
- Help ensure bars remain clean, organized, and professionally presented throughout the event.
- Follow all food-safety, sanitation, workplace-safety, and responsible beverage-service procedures.
- Assist with end-of-event inventory, cleanup, and breakdown.
- Perform additional event-support duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience as a Bar Runner, Barback, Banquet Server, Catering Attendant, Busser, or Hospitality/Event Worker preferred.
- Current Food Handler Certificate (FHC) required.
- TABC Certification strongly preferred.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced event environment.
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to anticipate bartender needs.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Ability to follow instructions and event timelines.
- Must be comfortable working around alcoholic beverages.
- Must be able to maintain professionalism around guests and clients at all times.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is a physically active position. Candidates must be able to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently move between bars, beverage-storage areas, kitchens, and event spaces.
- Lift and carry cases of beverages, bags/buckets of ice, glassware, and bar supplies.
- Push or pull carts containing beverages, ice, and event supplies.
- Bend, reach, stoop, squat, and perform repetitive physical duties.
- Work efficiently while carrying supplies through busy event areas.
- Assist with loading, unloading, setup, and breakdown.
PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE
Bar Runners are expected to maintain a clean, polished, and professional appearance throughout the assignment.



