Cocktail Server

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $10.75 - $17.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Free concert tickets
Dog-friendly offices
student loan reimbursement
adoption/fertility support
progressive benefits

Job Description

Live Nation Entertainment stands as the world's premier live entertainment company, composed of influential global leaders including Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster dominates as the global leader in event ticketing, boasting over 500 million tickets sold annually and servicing over 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest live entertainment provider, promoting more than 40,000 shows and over 100 festivals each year, featuring nearly 4,000 artists across more than 40 countries. These enterprises empower Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to design strategic music marketing programs that link over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans attending Live Nation Entertainment events annually. For additional details, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

Within this vibrant ecosystem, Live Nation's Concerts Division is the heartbeat where tours come alive, artists connect with audiences, and fans experience the unparalleled thrill of live music. This division encompasses a diverse range of areas from owned and operated amphitheaters to global touring teams, including ticketing, venue operations, marketing, and sales. The work culture here is dynamic and upbeat, offering numerous opportunities for growth and engagement. Employees enjoy perks such as free concert tickets, dog-friendly offices, and progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support. Recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of People Magazine's "50 Companies that Care," Live Nation fosters a community where everyone can feel they belong and flourish both professionally and personally.

The role of Barback at Live Nation Entertainment is an essential part of creating an exceptional live entertainment experience. This hourly position, based in Colorado, carries an estimated compensation of $16.50 USD per hour, reflective of the local market, the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. As a Barback, you will play a critical supporting role by ensuring smooth and efficient bar operations during concerts and events. Responsibilities include anticipating and responding to guest needs, suggestively selling beverage and menu items, communicating effectively with the bar staff, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. This role demands a high level of energy, customer service excellence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, often noisy and crowded setting.

Working as a Barback at Live Nation means more than just assisting behind the scenes; it is about contributing to the magic of live shows and the overall fan experience. The position requires the ability to manage multiple tasks such as delivering drinks skillfully through crowds, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and handling cash and card transactions accurately. The role demands excellent interpersonal skills to interact positively with diverse guests, including managing situations involving intoxicated individuals with responsibility and care. This position is ideal for motivated, passionate individuals who embody an entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and commitment to quality service in the live entertainment industry. Joining Live Nation’s team offers the chance to build a rewarding career surrounded by live music, creativity, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work late hours
  • Flexible schedule
  • Working knowledge of cocktail tray service, basic food service, responsible alcohol service, drink recipes and garnishes, point of sales systems
  • Three years' work experience interacting with people in a positive environment
  • Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms
  • Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or equivalent
  • Ability to deal with intoxicated guests in a positive and safety minded manner

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to work late hours
  • Flexible schedule
  • Working knowledge of cocktail tray service, basic food service, responsible alcohol service, drink recipes and garnishes, point of sales systems
  • Three years' work experience interacting with people in a positive environment
  • Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms
  • Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or equivalent
  • Ability to deal with intoxicated guests in a positive and safety minded manner
  • Cash handling experience (preferred)
  • Experience recognizing valid IDs (preferred)
  • Experience in a live music environment (preferred)

Job Duties

  • Anticipate and respond to guests' needs
  • Suggestively sell beverages and menu items
  • Take orders
  • Answer guest questions, make recommendations, up-sell liquors
  • Communicate drink orders to bar through Point of Sales system
  • Deliver drinks, maneuvering trays through large crowds
  • Maintain line of sight/atmosphere control by circulating through your work area throughout shift
  • Remove dirty glasses and dishes from tables including the lifting/moving of bus tubs up to 25lbs
  • Keep tables clean/wiped
  • Clean spills, remove food, trash or other obstacles from floor using proper lifting techniques
  • Maintain House of Blues safety and sanitation standards
  • Follow housekeeping standards
  • Keep current on all standard operating procedures
  • Request identification from any guest who appears to be under 30 years of age
  • Ensure responsible alcohol service per local ordinance alcohol awareness training and alcohol policies
  • Recognize when guests are becoming too intoxicated and refuse further service of alcohol in a courteous and safety-minded manner, bringing it to the attention of the manager
  • Receive payment and process cash, credit card or Traveler's check transactions according to policy
  • Ensure that comp and void checks are processed according to policy
  • Assist other servers and staff as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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