Standards & Safety Lead/Barback At Your 3Rd Spot

Standards & Safety Lead / Barback

Where Safety, Standards, and Hospitality Meet the Bar

Pay: $21–$27/hr

This is a hybrid role for people who lead with awareness, integrity, and calm confidence—and who understand that a great guest experience is protected not just at the door, but throughout the room and behind the bar.

You know the first impression sets the tone. You read rooms. You notice patterns. You step in early. And when the bar is humming, you’re the quiet force keeping it stocked, clean, and flowing so the experience never breaks.

As an Standards & Safety Lead / Barback, you are both a guardian of standards and a support engine for the bar team. You help guests feel welcomed, respected, and at ease—while ensuring the space runs safely, smoothly, and at a high level.

About 

Your 3rd Spot is a Social Experience Club designed for connection. More than a night out, it’s an immersive space where people discover new experiences and come alive together. 

Guests unlock access to curated games and analog interactions with an Experiences Pass, then “Taste & Connect” through small plates and a beverage program showcasing elevated, creative cocktails, honest pours, and zero-proof options.

Technology simplifies the journey so our team can focus on hospitality.  Every element is designed to create moments that become memories.

A proximity-based membership deepens community ties and turns loyal guests into advocates with daily entry, regular connection events, guest passes and more included.

What You’ll Do

Standards & Safety Lead

• Welcome and orient guests with genuine warmth, setting the tone from the moment they arrive

• Manage guest entry and exit with calm professionalism and confidence

• Uphold venue standards with consistency, fairness, and integrity

• Verify IDs and ensure compliance with alcohol service and safety standards

• Maintain continuous situational awareness through active, thoughtful observation

• Intervene early, calmly, and professionally to guide situations before they escalate

• Communicate clearly and proactively with leadership and teammates to support a safe, smooth flow of the experience

Barback & Bar Support

• Support bartenders by stocking liquor, beer, wine, ice, glassware, and garnishes

• Maintain bar cleanliness and organization throughout service

• Anticipate bar needs during peak volume and respond proactively

• Assist with opening, closing, and reset duties

• Monitor guest behavior around the bar and support responsible service

• Act as an extra set of eyes and hands during high-energy moments

This Role Is for You If…

• You believe safety and hospitality are not opposites—they work together

• You naturally scan your surroundings and stay two steps ahead

• You never compromise standards, even when it’s uncomfortable

• You can be firm without being aggressive, and welcoming without being passive

• You take pride in supporting others so the whole operation shines

• You value structure, clarity, accountability, and teamwork

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degrees or certifications are great, but not required

• Strong situational awareness and sound judgment

• Comfort enforcing standards in a guest-facing environment

• Comfortable in a fast-paced bar setting

• Able to work 30+ hours per week

• Professional dress code during working hours

• Day and evening availability, including special events

• Reliable transportation

Please remember: When considering a new role, the most important question isn’t “Can I do it?”—it’s “Do I want it?”

It’s up to the employer to decide whether you’re qualified. Only you can decide whether you’re motivated. Values should align with the job. Skills can be learned on the job.