Bar Back - Kampers

About Method Co.

Method Co. is a boutique hospitality company that develops, designs, and operates a portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and apartment-style accommodations across the country. With a focus on culturally relevant and design-driven experiences, Method Co. creates spaces that blend thoughtful service, elevated design, and a deep sense of place.

About Kampers Rooftop Bar

Kampers Rooftop Bar is a vibrant, design‑forward destination perched atop Detroit’s historic Book Tower. With sweeping city views, an energetic atmosphere, and a menu built around bright flavors and modern technique, Kampers offers a rooftop experience that feels both elevated and effortlessly fun. Guests can enjoy seasonal cocktails, curated wines, local beers, and a menu of shareable plates designed for lively gatherings day or night.

Explore the concept: https://www.kampersrooftop.com

The space blends Detroit’s architectural heritage with a fresh, contemporary aesthetic—lush greenery, warm lighting, and open‑air seating that shifts seamlessly from golden‑hour cocktails to late‑night energy. Kampers is a social hub for hotel guests, locals, and visitors alike, offering a rooftop escape with personality, style, and a distinctly Detroit point of view.

Overview

The Barback keeps the rooftop bar running smoothly by supporting bartenders with prep, restocking, cleanliness, and speed. This role is essential to maintaining the bar’s efficiency, consistency, and signature Kampers energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Restock spirits, beer, wine, mixers, ice, glassware, and garnishes throughout service.

• Maintain bar cleanliness, including wiping surfaces, organizing stations, and removing trash and recycling.

• Assist bartenders with prep tasks such as cutting garnishes, batching cocktails, and replenishing inventory.

• Monitor bar flow and anticipate needs to keep service fast and efficient.

• Support opening and closing procedures, including inventory counts and station setup/breakdown.

• Uphold safety and cleanliness standards while maintaining the rooftop’s polished, elevated atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous barback or bar experience preferred but not required.

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working in a fast‑paced environment.

• Team‑oriented, proactive, and eager to learn bar operations.

• Positive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Working Conditions/Environment:

• The person having this position may have to stand and/or walk, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for eight (8) hours per day.
• Agility in executing fast-paced movements to navigate different areas of the property efficiently.
• The person having this responsibility may have to move, pull, carry, or lift objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
• The work environment characteristics described hereinare representative of those an employee typically encounterswhile performing the essential functions of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Method Co., along with its affiliates, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.