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Barback in the US

Average Base Hourly Compensation
$14.22
79% of roles are tipped, 100% of roles are paid hourly
Median $12.80
Min: $5.00
Max: $27.00
Barback Compensation Ranges
Based on
986
Barback Jobs in the US
Across
12,137
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Barback Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full/Part Time 37%
Full Time 36%
Seasonal 4%
Part Time 24%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $12.62
Low: $5.00
High: $27.00
Casual $12.80
Low: $5.00
High: $27.00
Fast Food $13.50
Low: $8.00
High: $22.00
Hotel $16.00
Low: $10.00
High: $25.50
Other $16.00
Low: $7.25
High: $25.00
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $12.80
Low: $5.00
High: $25.00
2-4 years $13.25
Low: $6.75
High: $27.00
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Barback Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Bartender
$13.30
Median $12.50
Low: $2.13
High: $26.10
Busser
$14.64
Median $15.00
Low: $2.13
High: $28.50
Service Assistant
$14.54
Median $15.54
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Server
$14.01
Median $13.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Bar Manager
$73,537
Median $75K
Low: $31.2K
High: $120K
Kitchen Porter
$18.73
Median $18.50
Low: $14.25
High: $25.00
Barista
$19.08
Median $19.00
Low: $13.25
High: $35.00
Cocktail Server
$13.25
Median $12.50
Low: $3.80
High: $24.00
Sommelier
$18.99
Median $17.28
Low: $11.65
High: $38.46
Host
$19.12
Median $19.00
Low: $11.35
High: $27.50
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
59%
Dental Insurance
56%
Vision Insurance
52%
Paid Time Off
47%
401(k)
35%
Commuter Benefits
41%
Potential Bonuses
14%
Dining Discounts
70%
Wellness Program
18%
Life Insurance
3%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Barback

Top Required Skills for a Barback
Teamwork
71.6% have this skill
Communication
57.3% have this skill
Organizational Skills
57.2% have this skill
Attention to Detail
56.29% have this skill
Time Management
48.48% have this skill
Adaptability
46.55% have this skill
Barback Jobs in the US

Barback

The Oak Room
Washington, DC
Full/Part Time
Ten Five Hospitality is excited to announce the launch of it's new restaurant and lounge, The Oak Room in Georgetown. We are seeking dynamic,...
View Job$18/hr

Barback

The Oak Room
Washington, DC
Full/Part Time
Ten Five Hospitality is excited to announce the launch of it's new restaurant and lounge, The Oak Room in Georgetown. We are seeking dynamic,...
View Job$18/hr

Barback

FKA:
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
New bar in the East Village looking for opening team members!Barback/Bussers are responsible for positive guest interactions while assisting servers and bartenders serve our...
View Job$11/hr

Front of House Porter / Barback

Giulietta
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
We are seeking passionate, full-time Front of House Porters / Barbacks to join our team!  Giulietta is a sunny, casual all-day Italian restaurant with...
View Job$18-$22/hr

Barback

Oberon
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
We’re opening a new, design-forward restaurant inside the New Museum on the Bowery—rooted in sustainability, seasonal cooking, and an exceptional beverage program. This will...
View Job$11/hr

Barback

Ned's Club
Washington, DC
Full Time
Our members expect the most exclusive drinks and cocktails across any of our guest facing or restaurant service bars. Our team of barbacks keep...
View Job$10/hr

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