Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $20.00
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a globally renowned leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Established in 2015, OVG has rapidly expanded its footprint and influence across the entertainment industry spectrum. The company distinguishes itself through its comprehensive platform that encompasses venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Serving an impressive portfolio that includes seven world-class owned venues along with a client roster featuring some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, OVG’s operations span across four continents. This truly global scale and scope demonstrate the company’s pivotal role in shaping the live entertainment and sports venue industry.
OVG’s business model is supported by its commitment to creating environments that enhance audience engagement, foster cultural enrichment, and drive economic impact through live events. The company is passionate about innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability — values that are deeply embedded in its day-to-day operations and strategic growth. With a dynamic team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and diversity, OVG offers a vibrant workplace culture that emphasizes collaboration, learning, and professional development.
The Bar Lead position at Oak View Group is a key leadership role within their hospitality team focused on bar operations during live events and daily venue activities. This role directly impacts the guest experience by ensuring seamless, efficient, and elevated beverage service. The Bar Lead serves as a hands-on leader and lead bartender during assigned shifts, overseeing bar preparation, inventory management, product and service quality, and adherence to responsible alcohol service standards. Mentoring and supporting bartenders and bar support staff is an essential component, promoting teamwork and professional growth within the bar team.
This position offers an hourly compensation rate between $18.00 and $20.00, with additional potential for tips, reflecting the importance of delivering high-quality guest service. The role is part-time and includes access to a 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, highlighting OVG’s investment in its employees’ long-term financial well-being.
A successful Bar Lead at OVG displays strong leadership, multitasking capabilities, and a genuine passion for hospitality. This includes managing beverage inventory efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, training new team members rigorously, and upholding company policies and local regulations. The Bar Lead role is dynamic, requiring flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and event days, reflecting the live entertainment industry's schedule.
Beyond operational duties, the Bar Lead at OVG is charged with creating a welcoming and engaging guest atmosphere that encourages repeat visits and positive reputation. Communicating operational updates and supporting a high-energy team environment is critical for success in this role. This position offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment within a world-class entertainment organization.
Oak View Group prioritizes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, affirming that diverse backgrounds strengthen their people, enhance service, and elevate overall excellence. OVG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a work environment free from discrimination, where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and fairness.
OVG’s business model is supported by its commitment to creating environments that enhance audience engagement, foster cultural enrichment, and drive economic impact through live events. The company is passionate about innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability — values that are deeply embedded in its day-to-day operations and strategic growth. With a dynamic team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and diversity, OVG offers a vibrant workplace culture that emphasizes collaboration, learning, and professional development.
The Bar Lead position at Oak View Group is a key leadership role within their hospitality team focused on bar operations during live events and daily venue activities. This role directly impacts the guest experience by ensuring seamless, efficient, and elevated beverage service. The Bar Lead serves as a hands-on leader and lead bartender during assigned shifts, overseeing bar preparation, inventory management, product and service quality, and adherence to responsible alcohol service standards. Mentoring and supporting bartenders and bar support staff is an essential component, promoting teamwork and professional growth within the bar team.
This position offers an hourly compensation rate between $18.00 and $20.00, with additional potential for tips, reflecting the importance of delivering high-quality guest service. The role is part-time and includes access to a 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, highlighting OVG’s investment in its employees’ long-term financial well-being.
A successful Bar Lead at OVG displays strong leadership, multitasking capabilities, and a genuine passion for hospitality. This includes managing beverage inventory efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, training new team members rigorously, and upholding company policies and local regulations. The Bar Lead role is dynamic, requiring flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and event days, reflecting the live entertainment industry's schedule.
Beyond operational duties, the Bar Lead at OVG is charged with creating a welcoming and engaging guest atmosphere that encourages repeat visits and positive reputation. Communicating operational updates and supporting a high-energy team environment is critical for success in this role. This position offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment within a world-class entertainment organization.
Oak View Group prioritizes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, affirming that diverse backgrounds strengthen their people, enhance service, and elevate overall excellence. OVG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a work environment free from discrimination, where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and fairness.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1-2+ years of bartending experience
- Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred
- Responsible Beverage Service certification required or ability to obtain it within the designated timeframe
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and event days
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and responsible alcohol service
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Leadership and team-building abilities
- Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic math, cash handling, and POS system proficiency
- Ability to train and mentor team members
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
- Able to perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume bar environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1-2+ years of bartending experience in a restaurant, private club, hotel, performing arts venue, stadium, or similar hospitality environment
- Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred
- Responsible Beverage Service certification required or ability to obtain it within the designated timeframe
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and event days
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and responsible alcohol service
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Leadership and team-building abilities
- Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic math, cash handling, and POS system proficiency
- Ability to train and mentor team members while maintaining high service standards
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, including cases of beverages, kegs, and ice
- Able to perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume bar environment
Job Duties
- Lead daily bar operations and oversee service during assigned shifts
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes, company standards, and responsible alcohol service guidelines
- Ensure the bar is properly stocked with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and supplies before and during service
- Monitor beverage quality, consistency, and presentation
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all bar areas, storage spaces, and service stations
- Assist with opening, closing, and end-of-shift reconciliation procedures
- Provide guidance, coaching, and support to bartenders, barbacks, and other bar team members
- Assign daily tasks and assist with workflow during peak service periods
- Train new team members on bar procedures, recipes, service standards, and safety protocols
- Lead by example by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional hospitality
- Communicate operational updates and service priorities to the team
- Deliver outstanding hospitality by engaging guests in a friendly, knowledgeable, and professional manner
- Make beverage recommendations and answer guest questions regarding cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits
- Resolve guest concerns promptly and escalate issues to management when necessary
- Foster a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the guest experience
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to management
- Assist with inventory counts, product ordering, and receiving deliveries
- Minimize product waste through proper portioning and storage practices
- Verify guest identification and ensure compliance with all responsible alcohol service laws
- Maintain accurate POS transactions as required
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and responsible beverage service regulations
- Ensure compliance with company policies, health department standards, and workplace safety procedures
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Report maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns promptly
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