Barback | Part-Time | The Bushnell

Hartford, CT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.00 - $18.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

tip eligibility

flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

inclusive workplace culture

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in the premium live entertainment infrastructure and services sector, operating since its founding in 2015. The company’s platform encompasses a diverse range of offerings including venue development, venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. OVG’s impressive portfolio includes seven world-class owned venues and extends its expertise to managing some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. This global footprint allows OVG to set industry standards for excellence, innovation, and guest experience in live entertainment.

As part of its dynamic and rapidly growing team, Oak View Group is currently seeking to hire a Barback. This role is essential to the successful operation of beverage services during a diverse variety of events such as conventions, banquets, concerts, and sporting events. The Barback is responsible for supporting the bartenders by ensuring all beverage stations are well-stocked and operational throughout events, helping with setup and breakdown, and maintaining cleanliness and order behind the bar. This position plays a critical role in making sure bartenders have the supplies and equipment necessary to deliver exceptional guest service. Attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to company policies, including responsible alcohol service practices, are central to this position.

The Barback position pays between $16.00 and $18.00 per hour and is eligible for tips, reflecting the importance of great customer interaction and service. The role is designed with a flexible, on-call event-based schedule that requires availability during weekdays, weekends, morning, noon, and evening shifts. The ideal candidate will be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that demands both physical stamina and strong organizational skills.

Oak View Group also emphasizes its commitment to employee well-being even for part-time roles by offering benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan with company matching, underscoring the company’s dedication to supporting its team members’ financial futures. The company fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace culture that drives innovation and reflects the communities served by their venues worldwide.

Joining Oak View Group as a Barback offers the opportunity to become part of a cutting-edge live entertainment company that values professionalism, teamwork, and excellence in all aspects of its operations. The role contributes to the seamless execution of exceptional events that create memorable experiences for guests, making it an exciting position for those passionate about hospitality and live entertainment industries. This job position will remain open until October 16, 2026, inviting interested candidates to apply and be part of a company that is changing the landscape of global live entertainment.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based shifts
Physical ability to lift heavy objects and stand for prolonged periods
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Compliance with responsible alcohol service policies
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a fast-paced environment
Previous hospitality or food and beverage experience preferred but not required

Job Qualifications

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects frequently, including cases of beverages, kegs, and bags of ice
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced event environment
Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices preferred
Previous barback, food and beverage, warehouse, or hospitality experience preferred but not required

Job Duties

Prepare bars and beverage stations before events by stocking beer, wine, liquor, mixers, non-alcoholic beverages, garnishes, ice, cups, napkins, utensils, stirrers, and other necessary supplies
Continuously replenish bar inventory during service to ensure bartenders remain fully stocked and guest service is not interrupted
Transport beverage products, supplies, and equipment between storage areas and service locations
Move, tap, replace, and disconnect kegs while maintaining draft beer systems
Assist bartenders by pouring draft beer and wine when directed to improve service efficiency
Refill ice wells and maintain an adequate supply of ice throughout each event
Assist with opening and closing bar procedures, including setup, breakdown, restocking, and securing beverage inventory
Verify all bar equipment is clean, operational, and properly prepared before the start of service
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment by sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning bar surfaces, stacking floor mats, removing trash, recycling cardboard, relining trash receptacles, and organizing storage areas
Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards while maintaining a safe working environment
Observe guests for signs of visible intoxication and promptly notify bartenders or management in accordance with responsible alcohol service policies
Assist with inventory counts, product rotation, and accountability procedures
Provide courteous, professional service while working collaboratively with bartenders, supervisors, and other team members
Maintain dependable attendance and be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and events based on business needs
Perform additional duties as assigned by Beverage Leadership