Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a leading global company specializing in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Founded in 2015, OVG manages an extensive platform that includes venue development, venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The company proudly supports seven world-class venues along with a diverse client roster that includes some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. OVG's holistic approach to live entertainment ensures innovative and exceptional experiences for fans, artists, and partners worldwide.
The Bushnell Performing Arts Center, located in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, is an esteemed venue managed in partnership with Oak View Group. Originally opened in 1930, The Bushnell is Connecticut's premier performing arts destination and a cultural cornerstone for the region. This historic nonprofit venue seamlessly blends classic architecture with modern amenities and boasts two unique performance spaces. Hosting over 350 events annually, The Bushnell features Broadway tours, concerts, comedy, dance, and community programming. As the largest arts organization in Connecticut, The Bushnell nurtures creativity, supports arts education, and delivers world-class entertainment to diverse audiences. Oak View Group enhances guest experiences at The Bushnell by providing exceptional hospitality and culinary services.
The Barback position at The Bushnell is a critical part-time role within the beverage team, designed for individuals passionate about live events and providing high-quality service in fast-paced environments. As a Barback, you will play an essential operational support role, ensuring bar service runs smoothly during conventions, banquets, concerts, sporting events, and other special occasions. Your responsibilities will include preparing and stocking beverage stations, replenishing inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting bartenders with event setup, service, and breakdown. This role is vital for ensuring bartenders have the supplies and equipment needed to deliver exceptional guest experiences while adhering to company policies, safety standards, and responsible alcohol service practices.
The ideal candidate must be reliable and flexible, with availability to work weekdays, weekends, and on an event-driven, on-call schedule that includes morning, noon, and evening shifts. The position offers an hourly wage range of $16.00 to $18.00 plus tips, along with part-time benefits that include participation in a 401(k) savings plan and matching. This opportunity is perfect for individuals seeking to gain valuable experience in the food and beverage or hospitality industry within an exciting live entertainment venue.
By joining the Oak View Group team at The Bushnell, you become part of an inclusive and diverse workplace that values innovation, strong teamwork, and excellent guest service. OVG is dedicated to fostering an environment that reflects the communities it serves and supports equal opportunity employment. If you are motivated by dynamic event environments and enjoy working collaboratively to create memorable customer experiences, this Barback role is the ideal entry point for your career growth within the live entertainment and hospitality industries.
The Bushnell Performing Arts Center, located in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, is an esteemed venue managed in partnership with Oak View Group. Originally opened in 1930, The Bushnell is Connecticut's premier performing arts destination and a cultural cornerstone for the region. This historic nonprofit venue seamlessly blends classic architecture with modern amenities and boasts two unique performance spaces. Hosting over 350 events annually, The Bushnell features Broadway tours, concerts, comedy, dance, and community programming. As the largest arts organization in Connecticut, The Bushnell nurtures creativity, supports arts education, and delivers world-class entertainment to diverse audiences. Oak View Group enhances guest experiences at The Bushnell by providing exceptional hospitality and culinary services.
The Barback position at The Bushnell is a critical part-time role within the beverage team, designed for individuals passionate about live events and providing high-quality service in fast-paced environments. As a Barback, you will play an essential operational support role, ensuring bar service runs smoothly during conventions, banquets, concerts, sporting events, and other special occasions. Your responsibilities will include preparing and stocking beverage stations, replenishing inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting bartenders with event setup, service, and breakdown. This role is vital for ensuring bartenders have the supplies and equipment needed to deliver exceptional guest experiences while adhering to company policies, safety standards, and responsible alcohol service practices.
The ideal candidate must be reliable and flexible, with availability to work weekdays, weekends, and on an event-driven, on-call schedule that includes morning, noon, and evening shifts. The position offers an hourly wage range of $16.00 to $18.00 plus tips, along with part-time benefits that include participation in a 401(k) savings plan and matching. This opportunity is perfect for individuals seeking to gain valuable experience in the food and beverage or hospitality industry within an exciting live entertainment venue.
By joining the Oak View Group team at The Bushnell, you become part of an inclusive and diverse workplace that values innovation, strong teamwork, and excellent guest service. OVG is dedicated to fostering an environment that reflects the communities it serves and supports equal opportunity employment. If you are motivated by dynamic event environments and enjoy working collaboratively to create memorable customer experiences, this Barback role is the ideal entry point for your career growth within the live entertainment and hospitality industries.
Job Requirements
- 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
- Availability to work weekdays, weekends, holidays, and on an on-call/event-based schedule including morning, noon, and evening shifts
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
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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