Bar Back | Part-Time | Enmarket Arena
Company : SPECTRA
Location : Savannah, GA, 31415
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
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 pays an hourly rate of $14.00 - $16.00, plus tips.
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.
EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for stocking products for the bar including N/A beverages, alcoholic beverages, icing wells, sweeping and moping the bar, moving kegs in and out of keg coolers and tapping kegs. Drafting beer and pouring wine for guest orders, 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, this includes mopping floors, cleaning and stacking floor mats, emptying and relining trash cans and keeping closet areas clear of debris and clutter. The 4K TCL Bar and Sky Club are high profile locations 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
Working as a bar back at Enmarket Arena means supporting bartenders during high-volume live events, requiring quick restocking, cleanliness, and guest safety awareness. Unlike typical part-time bar jobs, this role involves managing kegs and maintaining premium venue standards in a fast-paced environment unique to Savannah's entertainment scene.
Success hinges on teamwork, fast-paced multitasking, and clear communication with bartenders and event staff. Familiarity with alcohol service protocols and basic math for inventory are essential. Being adaptable to busy, event-driven settings typical in Savannah's live entertainment sector is key.
While a valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit are often required by state and federal regulations, Savannah may have specific mandates for alcohol service. Prospective bar backs should verify local licensing and ensure compliance to work legally within these venues.
Part-time bar back positions here can serve as stepping stones into hospitality or bartending careers. Due to Oak View Group's vast venue network, demonstrating reliability and skill can open doors to full-time roles or specialized event service positions within the industry.
Savannah's hospitality scene is vibrant but selective. Bar back roles at prominent venues like Enmarket Arena attract numerous applicants, emphasizing punctuality, event experience, and certification. Networking locally and showcasing flexibility can improve hiring chances.
Shifts often align with event timings, which can include evenings and weekends. The arena's location in Savannah offers accessible transit options, but candidates should prepare for variable hours and occasional late-night shifts common in live event venues.
SPECTRA fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace, encouraging respect and teamwork. Bar backs benefit from clear communication channels and a supportive environment that values punctuality and professionalism, enhancing day-to-day work during high-energy events.
SPECTRA emphasizes comprehensive training, a high standard of cleanliness, and guest safety awareness. This role involves hands-on responsibilities like keg handling and stock management within a globally recognized venue, setting it apart from typical bar back jobs.
Bar backs at Enmarket Arena earn between $14.00 and $16.00 per hour, complemented by tips. This pay scale aligns competitively with Savannah’s hospitality market for part-time bar jobs, rewarding both skill and event-driven efficiency.