Concessions Bartender | Part-Time | The Bushnell

Oak 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.

The Concessions Bartender is responsible for the service of all beverages both alcoholic and non-alcoholic during Concessions operations. 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 will pay an hourly rate of $16.00-$18.00 and is tip eligible.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until October 16 2026.

Located in the heart of Hartford The Bushnell Performing Arts Center is Connecticuts premier performing arts destination and a cornerstone of the regions cultural scene. Originally opened in 1930 this historic nonprofit venue blends timeless architecture with modern amenities featuring two distinct performance spaces and hosting more than 350 events annuallyfrom Broadway tours and concerts to comedy dance and community programming. As the largest arts organization in the state The Bushnell serves as a vibrant gathering place that inspires creativity supports arts education and delivers world-class entertainment experiences to diverse audiences. Oak View Group is proud to serve as the exclusive food and beverage provider for The Bushnell enhancing the guest experience through exceptional hospitality and culinary offerings.

• Demonstrate 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 during Concessions operations within the venue.
• 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 the guests 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 products or restock products as required
• Handle cash accurately; bartenders are responsible for issuing a bank at their bar.
• Maintains 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 cooler

• Six months or more experience bartending.
• Accurate cash handling skills.
• 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 preferred.

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 ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. 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.

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.