Barback | Seasonal Part-Time | Rogers Stadium

Oak View Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading venue management firm, seeking a dedicated Barback to support beverage service operations. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. You'll assist with bar organization, serve drinks, and maintain cleanliness while learning about high-end cocktail preparation. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and excellence in the live event industry, where your contributions will help shape memorable experiences for guests. If you're ready to take on this seasonal role and make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Must be Smart Serve Certified and knowledgeable about beverage products.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing duties and restock the bar.
• Serve cocktails, beer, and wine in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar and learn about food menu items.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Smart Serve Certification

Tools

Bar equipment

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Overview

The Barback is responsible for supporting the smooth running of the beverage service. They must be organized, have an excellent attention to detail and adapt well to an ever changing fast paced environment. Must be comfortable working in outdoor conditions.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $17.20 CAD and is tip eligible.

This is a seasonal role from approximately June 1, 2025- October 15, 2025.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

Responsibilities

1. Assisting with opening and closing duties.
2. Organization and restocking of the bar with ice, alcohol, wine, glassware, and garnishes.
3. Running and serving cocktails, beer, and wine in a high-paced environment.
4. Keeping the bar clean by wiping down surfaces, removing soiled glassware, scrubbing coolers and storage areas, emptying trash receptacles, and removal of recycled bottles.
5. Learning about food menu items and having a strong knowledge of house as well as classic cocktails.
6. The preparation of some complicated syrups, infusions, and other items needed to execute a high-end bar program.
7. Performing other job-related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

1. Must be Smart Serve Certified.
2. Knowledge of beverage products.
3. Attention to detail.
4. Ability to work in a team environment.
5. Excellent verbal communication skills.
6. Must be able to lift 50lbs.
7. Able to stand/walk for long periods of time.
8. Ability to work well under pressure and continue to communicate.
9. Must be able to work different shifts, which may include holidays, evenings, and weekends.
10. Able to legally work in Canada.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.