Bartender | Part-Time | Benchmark International Arena

Bartender | Part-Time | Benchmark International Arena

We are seeking skilled and service-driven Bartenders to join our team across multiple locations at Benchmark International Arena. As a Bartender, you will be a key part of the guest experience, delivering high-quality beverage service with efficiency, accuracy, and a warm, engaging attitude. You will prepare and serve drinks to fans quickly and responsibly while maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is knowledgeable about a variety of beverages, and is passionate about creating a fun and memorable experience for every guest. Your ability to balance speed, service, and professionalism will help elevate the overall fan experience during every event. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $11.98 and is tip eligible.

Benefits for Part-Time Roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching.

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the ability to meet the company standard for excellence in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers, and uniform standards.
• Follow the bar pre-shift notes and bar menus and provide service as described.
• Serve alcoholic beverages following all proper procedures for serving alcoholic drinks, including state/federal regulations pertaining to the distribution of alcohol.
• Responsible for learning or having knowledge of various beer, wine varieties & spirits available and being able to suggestively upsell products to guests.
• Pour drinks responsibly in accordance with company standards for serving size.
• Check the guest's ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify the minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
• Communicate a cut-off to a guest as required.
• Listening and responding to any customer requests or concerns.
• Bartenders are expected to de-escalate intoxicated guest situations.
• If a guest becomes confrontational, belligerent, or uses extreme profanity, the bartender may contact management or security as required.
• Contact a management member if he/she is unable to resolve or make a decision beyond the scope of standard decision-making.
• Request additional product or restock product as required.
• Always maintains a clean and sanitary workstation. Ensures bar equipment is clean & well maintained.
• Communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Other duties as necessary, as directed by the assigned location Supervisors and Managers.

Qualifications

• Bartending school preferred.
• Six months or more of experience bartending.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit if required by state and federal regulations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and long hours.
• The employee is frequently required to lift heavy objects.
• Previous experience operating POS systems is a plus.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

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.