Barback at Forty One North – Newport, Rhode Island
Join the summer 2024 crew at Forty One North, a chic upscale waterfront destination in historic Newport, Rhode Island. With a marina, two full-service restaurants, outdoor bars, and a boutique hotel, this is a high-energy workplace where great service meets stunning ocean views.
As a Barback, you'll be the backbone of the bar team — keeping the bar immaculate, supporting bartenders, serving guests, and making sure everything runs smoothly during busy shifts. Tips are shared among staff and typically bring your effective hourly rate to an impressive $20–$30/hour, with estimated weekly earnings of around $700.
Newport itself is a cultural gem — think gilded-age mansions, sailing regattas, colonial history, beautiful beaches, and vibrant nightlife. This is the kind of summer experience you'll talk about for years.
- 💰 Base pay $6/hr + shared tips = ~$20–$30/hr effective rate
- 📅 Estimated ~$700/week (pre-tax)
- ⏱️ 35–45 hours/week; overtime paid after 40 hrs
- 🍽️ 50% dining discount at the restaurant
- 🌊 Located on the Newport waterfront — one of the most beautiful spots on the US East Coast
- 🏛️ Rich cultural scene: mansions, regattas, beaches, vineyards & more
- ✈️ Fly into Boston Logan Airport (~70 miles); bus to Newport ~$30–$35
- 🏠 Housing not provided — avg. $150–$400/week; broker partner available to help
- 👔 Uniform required (~$40 one-time cost): black shoes, indigo jeans, white oxford shirt
- 📋 1-week paid training included (40 hrs/week, same wage)
No previous experience required — just a positive attitude, a team spirit, and the drive to deliver excellent service. Apply now and make this your best summer yet!
