Barback

livenation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment is seeking a motivated bar staff member for high-energy venues in the Denver area. You will assist with daily bar operations, maintain cleanliness, stock supplies, and ensure responsible alcohol service during events. A positive attitude and teamwork mindset are essential in this fast-paced setting.

Requirements include late-hour availability, cash handling experience, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Prior mixology or pour-test experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to work late hours.
• Flexible schedule.
• Cash handling experience.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques.
• Skill in interpersonal communication and teamwork.
• Physically able to pass a pour test and a mixology drill (timed).
• Ability to deal with intoxicated guests in a positive and safety minded manner.
• Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms.
• Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Stay informed of current menu items and descriptions.
• Follow Special Events guidelines to ensure event success.
• Handle side duties including stocking ice bins, liquor, beer, wine, and coolers, including lifting/moving up to 25lbs.
• Clean and assist with maintaining bar equipment.
• Perform opening/running/closing side duties according to venue policies.
• Put all trash and recyclable products in proper receptacles.
• Separate glass, cardboard, and plastics per local codes.
• Operate trash compactor per procedures policy.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service per local ordinance and policies.
• Maintain bar safety and sanitation standards.
• Par all ice bins to the fullest levels at all times.
• Par all bars per venue specifications.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Cash handling

Customer service

Flexibility

Late hours

Job description

Job Summary

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

Live Nation’s Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it’s no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine’s “50 Companies that Care”. We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

• Stay informed of current menu items and descriptions
• Follow Special Events guidelines to ensure event success
• Handle side duties including: stocking ice bins, liquor, beer, wine, and coolers, including lifting/moving up to 25lbs.

• Clean and assist with maintaining bar equipment
• Perform opening/running/closing side duties according to HOB policy
• Put all trash and recyclable products in proper receptacles
• Separate glass, cardboard, and plastics per local codes
• Operate trash compactor per procedures policy

• Ensure responsible alcohol service per local ordinance and HOB alcohol policies
• Ensure that trash containers are clean, free of odor and lined
• Maintain HOB safety and sanitation standards
• Par all ice bins to the fullest levels at all times
• Par all bars per venue specifications

• Required to occasionally work Special Events that are scheduled throughout the venue

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

Required:

• Ability to work late hours
• Flexible schedule
• Cash handling experience
• Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques
• Skill in interpersonal communication and teamwork
• Physically able to pass a pour test and a mixology drill (timed)
• Ability to deal with intoxicated guests in a positive and safety minded manner
• Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms
• Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or Equivalent

Preferred:

• Ability to work late hours
• Flexible schedule

• Skills in interpersonal communication and teamwork
• Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms
• Responsible Alcohol Training Certification or Equivalent

Preferred:

• 3 years work experience interacting with people in a positive environment
• Experience recognizing valid ID’s
• Experience in a live music environment

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Working environment is fast-paced, often loud and stressful
• Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet
• Must