Barback | Part-Time | CFG Bank Arena

Baltimore, MD, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $16.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Job Description

Oak View Group (OVG) is recognized as a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Founded in 2015, OVG boasts an extensive platform that encompasses venue development as well as comprehensive capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The company proudly serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and manages a client roster that includes some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, all spanning across four continents. OVG’s foothold in the live entertainment industry is large and influential, positioning the company at the forefront of transforming how people experience live events worldwide. The company culture reflects a commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and innovation, striving to create environments that embody and celebrate the varied communities they serve. As an equal opportunity employer, OVG ensures non-discrimination and values the unique perspectives brought by employees from all backgrounds.

The Barback role at Oak View Group is a vital support position within the live event hospitality sector. This hourly, part-time role pays $16 per hour and is also tip eligible, providing an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking to engage in the dynamic and vibrant environment of large-scale entertainment venues. The Barback is responsible for assisting the bartender by restocking products to keep bars fully supplied throughout the event. This includes managing both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, handling keg operations such as moving and tapping kegs, and ensuring the bar area is clean, organized, and compliant with sanitation and safety standards.

Beyond restocking duties, the Barback must maintain excellent guest service through keen attention to guest needs and adherence to regulations surrounding alcohol dispensing. This role is crucial in upholding the high standards of presentation expected at OVG’s upscale locations like the 4K TCL Bar and Sky Club, which are frequently visited by clients and require pristine upkeep. Employees must maintain a strong focus on attendance reliability and flexibility, as working nights, weekends, and holidays is necessary to meet the event-driven nature of the job. The Barback role also demands a cooperative team attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume bar settings. Certification related to food handling and alcohol service, depending on jurisdictional requirements, is expected of the candidate.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in barback or similar support role preferred
Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Must possess or be able to obtain valid food handling and alcohol service permits as required by state and federal law
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Physical ability to handle lifting and restocking tasks
Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to adhere to all safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume bar capacity is preferred
Ability to work in a team-oriented event-driven environment
Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment
Possess a valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit if required by state and federal regulations
Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to product inventory
Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed

Job Duties

Responsible for stocking products for the bar, including N/A beverages, alcoholic beverages, icing wells, sweeping and mopping the bar, moving kegs in and out of keg coolers, and tapping kegs
Drafting beer and pouring wine for guest orders, running supplies for bartenders' back-up fruit, napkins, cups, utensils, and stirrers
Assures that the location equipment is operable and clean prior to the start of the event
Maintain cleanliness of the bar and surrounding areas utilizing sanitation procedures
this includes mopping floors, cleaning and stacking floor mats, emptying and relining trash cans, and keeping closet areas clear of debris and clutter
The 4K TCL Bar and Sky Club are high-profile locations frequently visited and shown by our client and must be kept in a clean and orderly fashion
Responsible for recognizing guests that are visibly intoxicated and taking action to make bartenders aware of such individuals
Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance