Event Bartender (Banquets) - Part-Time

Premium Bartender | Part-Time | Enmarket ArenaOak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.Position Summary: The Premium Bartender is responsible for the service of all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, in premium areas. They must be personable, professional, and able to work in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.This role pays an hourly rate of $12.50 - $14.50 and is tip eligible. Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until February 5, 2027.About the Venue: The Enmarket Arena boasts a 9,500-seat arena with luxury suites, club seating, and first-rate food and beverage. The Enmarket Arena has bolstered entertainment in the Southeast by hosting must-see national touring concerts, family shows, comedians, and more. The venue is also expanding sports in the region by recently introducing a tenant ECHL hockey team, the Savannah Ghost Pirates, along with presenting professional, collegiate, and amateur sporting events.ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate 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 learn to suggestively upsell products to guests.Pour drinks responsibly in accordance with company standards for serving size.Check 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 requiredMaintains a clean and sanitary workstation at all times. Ensures bar equipment is clean & well maintained.Other duties as assigned, such as set-up and breakdown of bar equipment as required and assisting with organization of the coolerQualificationsSix months or more experience bartending.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.Bartending school is preferred.Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk long distances.Must be able to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.Ability to lift heavy objects.Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a DifferenceAt 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 EmployerOak 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.