Bar-Back/Runner | Part-Time | Sharonville Convention Center

Oak View Group; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team at a leading venue management company as a Bar-Back/Runner. This role is vital for ensuring smooth operations during events by supporting bartenders and maintaining cleanliness and organization in bar areas. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Ideal for those passionate about the live event industry, this role is perfect for individuals looking to grow within a diverse and innovative company that values inclusivity and excellence.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in food service industry for at least three months.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cleanliness and organization of bar storage areas.
• Follow alcohol awareness procedures and ensure guest safety.
• Restock and prepare supplies for shifts and events.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Position Summary

The Bar-Back/Runner is responsible for backing up the bartender and other event staff by restocking products to ensure the bartenders and other event staff stay fully stocked during events while ensuring all policies and procedures regarding alcohol dispensing are followed. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need. This role will pay an hourly wage of $15.00.

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

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

Responsibilities

• Assists in cleanliness and organization of all bar storage areas.
• Assists in party setup of bars.
• Assists in bar inventories as requested by management.
• Assists other Team Members as needed or when business needs dictate.
• Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance. Takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action.
• Follows alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated Guests. Assesses Guest demeanor and identifies when behavior should be called to the attention of a Manager.
• Follows portion guidelines to ensure cost control, while maximizing the Guest experience.
• Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Responsible for stocking bars with all garnishes, glassware, straws, and napkins.
• Maintains all bottle and keg beer pars during and after shift. Maintains requisition sheets.
• Ensures bar areas remain clean.
• Empties trash and spot sweeps whenever floor needs it, or when a Manager requests.
• Restocks and prepares supplies for shift change and or close.
• Performs opening/closing responsibilities, including party breakdown/duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 or over.
• Three or more months’ experience in food service industry preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.

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.