Big Night Entertainment Group - Security Officer, MA

Big Night Entertainment Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Night Entertainment Group in Boston, MA is seeking a Security Officer to ensure guest safety and provide high‑quality service in a fast-paced nightlife venue. You will greet guests, verify IDs, enforce dress codes, and monitor alcohol consumption while maintaining professional conduct.

The role requires teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must be physically capable of standing long hours and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security experience required.
• Experience in upscale, high-volume environments preferred.
• Must pass company background check.
• Professional appearance and demeanor required.
• Strong communication with customers, public and colleagues.
• Ability to work with others as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Stands for long periods; lift up to 75 lbs; capable of moving quickly.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide fast, friendly service.
• Accurately check guest identification.
• Enforce dress code procedures.
• Monitor alcohol consumption and intervene per guidelines.
• Promote Big Night Entertainment Group professionally.
• Handle situations quickly, efficiently, and safely.
• Diffuse difficult situations when they arise.
• Ensure the safety of guests and staff at the venue.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Security experience

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Schedule flexibility

Stamina

De-escalation

Background check

Job description

Brief Description

As a Security Officer, a typical day might include the following:

• Greeting guests and providing them with fast, friendly service
• Accurately checking guest identification
• Ensuring all dress code procedures are being enforced
• Monitoring guest consumption of alcohol and intervening when needed according to company guidelines
• Promoting Big Night Entertainment Group in a positive and professional manner
• Handling situations quickly, efficiently, and safely
• Ensuring safety of both guests and staff throughout the entire venue
• Other duties as assigned

Brief Description

As a Security Officer, a typical day might include the following:

• Greeting guests and providing them with fast, friendly service
• Accurately checking guest identification
• Ensuring all dress code procedures are being enforced
• Monitoring guest consumption of alcohol and intervening when needed according to company guidelines
• Promoting Big Night Entertainment Group in a positive and professional manner
• Handling situations quickly, efficiently, and safely
• Diffusing difficult situations
• Ensuring safety of both guests and staff throughout the entire venue
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

This job might be for you if you demonstrate the following abilities and meet the following qualifications:

• At least 1 year previous security experience required
• Experience in a high-volume, upscale food and beverage environment and/or nightclub preferred
• Must be able to pass Big Night Entertainment Group's requirements in regards to legal background check
• You present a neat and professional appearance
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately with customers, the public and co-workers
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork with other staff members
• You have flexibility with schedule which includes availability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Proven ability to de-escalate issues

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Hours

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential work functions.

• May be required to lift or move up to 75 lbs using proper lifting techniques and withstand long hours on your feet in a fast-paced, high energy environment
• Non-typical office hours will be customary including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Summary

Big Night Entertainment Group operates some of the hottest, cutting edge restaurants and nightclubs in New England such as The Grand, Big Night Live and Empire. Fueled by driven, passionate people, Big Night is known for its consistent growth, cutting edge sophisticated design, superior cuisines and raising the bar in hospitality and service standards. Big Night is an employee focused company as recognized by our staff as the Boston Globe TOP place to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes team members with various backgrounds and experiences. We believe this enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout the community. All are encouraged to apply.

Big Night is always looking for talented, ambitious professionals to join our staff. If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to superior guest service, we want you to join our team today.

Big Night Entertainment Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.