Bar Back | Part-Time | Durham Performing Arts Center
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Durham, NC, 27701
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Bar Back is responsible for backing up the bartender by restocking products to ensure the bartenders stay fully stocked during events while ensuring all policies and procedures regarding alcohol dispensing are followed. 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 $9.00, plus tips.
Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for stocking products for the bar including N/A beverages, alcoholic beverages, icing wells, moving kegs in and out of keg coolers and tapping kegs. Running supplies for bartenders back up fruit, napkins, cups, utensils and stirrers.
- Assures that the location equipment is operable and clean prior to start of event.
- Maintain cleanliness of bar and surrounding areas utilizing sanitation procedures, cleaning and stacking floor mats, emptying and relining trash cans and keeping closet areas clear of debris and clutter. PC Club is a high profile location frequently visited and shown by our client and must be kept in clean and orderly fashion.
- Responsible for recognizing guests that are visibly intoxicated and taking action to make bartenders aware of such individuals.
- Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
- Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Qualifications
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
- Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guest in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
- Possess valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit if required by state and federal regulations.
- Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to product inventory.
- Ability to speak, read and write in English.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume bar capacity is preferred.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
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 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 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.
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Frequently asked questions
The Dallas Convention Center offers a unique event-driven environment with high-profile venues, differing from typical Durham nightlife bars. Part-time bar backs here engage with diverse crowds during major events, gaining experience in fast-paced hospitality settings uncommon in smaller local bars.
In Durham, having a valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit is often expected for bar back roles, aligning with state and federal laws. These certifications ensure compliance and enhance employability within local venues like Durham Performing Arts Center.
Emphasize your ability to manage inventory, support bartenders efficiently, and maintain sanitation under high-pressure event conditions. Strong communication and teamwork skills tailored for fast-paced environments in Durham's performing arts and convention centers are highly valued.
Daily tasks include restocking beverages, managing keg coolers, assisting bartenders with supplies, and upholding cleanliness standards. The role demands vigilance to identify intoxicated guests and maintain a safe, welcoming bar area throughout events.
Durham's vibrant event and nightlife scene creates steady demand for bar backs, but competition remains moderate due to many venues seeking reliable part-time staff. Demonstrating punctuality, certifications, and event experience can improve your chances.
Yes, part-time bar backs at Dallas Convention Center benefit from a 401(k) savings plan with matching, which is relatively uncommon among similar local positions. This adds long-term value beyond hourly wages and tips.
The position offers an hourly wage of $9.00 plus tips, aligning with the regional market for part-time bar backs. Tips can significantly boost earnings during busy event nights at this prominent venue.
Unlike typical bar positions, this role focuses heavily on event support, including managing keg operations and maintaining high sanitation standards in a large, frequently showcased venue. The environment demands adaptability and teamwork during diverse live events.
The Performing Arts Center offers a high-profile setting with opportunities to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals during major events. It provides a dynamic, event-centric atmosphere not always present in standard bar jobs.
The center emphasizes teamwork and clear communication, equipping bar backs with structured restocking routines and safety protocols. This support helps maintain smooth operations during high-attendance events, reducing stress and improving efficiency.