Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
tip eligible
Training opportunities
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, established in 2015. The company has built an impressive portfolio spanning venue development, venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. With seven world-class owned venues and 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 is at the forefront of delivering memorable entertainment experiences. The Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, is one of these renowned venues where the company hosts an array of high-profile events, making it a vibrant and dynamic workplace for those passionate about event hospitality and catering services.
The part-time Catering Barback position at the Iowa Events Center is a vital role within the OVG hospitality team. This role involves preparing and setting up bars for catered events in accordance with the Banquet Event Order (BEO), ensuring timely transitions and seamless bar operations throughout events. The Catering Barback is responsible for the meticulous handling, storage, and inventory management of bar supplies. This position demands a detail-oriented and proactive individual who can maintain a clean, organized, and safe bar environment while supporting bartenders and other staff members effectively.
This role is also tip eligible and offers an hourly wage of $17.00, along with part-time benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan and matching contributions, emphasizing OVG's commitment to employee well-being and financial growth. Working as a Catering Barback requires excellent attendance, reliability, and flexibility to work during nights and weekends as event schedules demand. It is a position that offers rich opportunities to learn about beverage products including beer, wine, and liquor, with occasional responsibilities of serving drinks and checking IDs in accordance with state and federal laws.
Employees in this role play a key part in enhancing guest experiences by ensuring all bar-related service is smooth and compliant with company policies, including responsible alcohol service. The job involves physical tasks such as moving and setting up bars, transporting beverage products, keeping workspaces clean, and assisting in guest engagement with professionalism and respect. This unique position within Oak View Group fosters a collaborative team environment where employees are encouraged to be self-directed, adaptable, and focused on delivering excellent service in a fast-paced, ever-changing event atmosphere.
Oak View Group prides itself on a culture of inclusivity and diversity, understanding that innovation and excellence are driven by a workforce that reflects the diverse communities served. As an equal opportunity employer, OVG embraces differences and commits to creating a welcoming environment for everyone. Joining the OVG team at the Iowa Events Center means becoming part of a globally recognized industry leader that values its people and invests in their growth and success.
The part-time Catering Barback position at the Iowa Events Center is a vital role within the OVG hospitality team. This role involves preparing and setting up bars for catered events in accordance with the Banquet Event Order (BEO), ensuring timely transitions and seamless bar operations throughout events. The Catering Barback is responsible for the meticulous handling, storage, and inventory management of bar supplies. This position demands a detail-oriented and proactive individual who can maintain a clean, organized, and safe bar environment while supporting bartenders and other staff members effectively.
This role is also tip eligible and offers an hourly wage of $17.00, along with part-time benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan and matching contributions, emphasizing OVG's commitment to employee well-being and financial growth. Working as a Catering Barback requires excellent attendance, reliability, and flexibility to work during nights and weekends as event schedules demand. It is a position that offers rich opportunities to learn about beverage products including beer, wine, and liquor, with occasional responsibilities of serving drinks and checking IDs in accordance with state and federal laws.
Employees in this role play a key part in enhancing guest experiences by ensuring all bar-related service is smooth and compliant with company policies, including responsible alcohol service. The job involves physical tasks such as moving and setting up bars, transporting beverage products, keeping workspaces clean, and assisting in guest engagement with professionalism and respect. This unique position within Oak View Group fosters a collaborative team environment where employees are encouraged to be self-directed, adaptable, and focused on delivering excellent service in a fast-paced, ever-changing event atmosphere.
Oak View Group prides itself on a culture of inclusivity and diversity, understanding that innovation and excellence are driven by a workforce that reflects the diverse communities served. As an equal opportunity employer, OVG embraces differences and commits to creating a welcoming environment for everyone. Joining the OVG team at the Iowa Events Center means becoming part of a globally recognized industry leader that values its people and invests in their growth and success.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Six months experience in barback or similar role preferred
- Ability to work nights and weekends as events require
- Ability to stand and move for extended periods
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy items such as kegs and beverage containers
- Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully
- Must comply with safety guidelines and report hazards
- Must be able to follow instructions and work independently or in a team
Job Qualifications
- Six months experience bar-backing or in a similar position preferred
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Detail-oriented and able to multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work a flexible, event-based schedule including nights and weekends
Job Duties
- Have bars moved and set up according to the Banquet Event Order on time for catered events
- Transition bar setup to alternate locations during events as required
- Accountable for all received inventory and storage while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized bar area
- Report unsafe working conditions and injuries immediately to manager on duty
- Transport all required beverages including beer, wine, liquor, garnishes, ice, and mixers to bars
- Prep, stock, and re-stock assigned bars including changing out kegs
- Complete accurate transfer paperwork with bartender on every stock replenishment
- Clean, sanitize, and organize workspaces and dispose of garbage
- Communicate respectfully with guests, co-workers, and manager on duty
- Monitor guest activity to enforce company policy against outside beverages
- Learn beverage products during available training
- Assist bartenders in serving beverages when required, checking IDs in compliance with laws
- Serve alcoholic beverages responsibly and manage guest service as directed by manager
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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