Cocktail Server|Part time|Charles Playhouse

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

A cocktail server or bartende is responsible for preparing and serving a wide range of cocktails and beverages to customers in a bar, restaurant, or event setting. This role involves providing excellent customer service, ensuring the quality of drinks, managing bar inventory, and maintaining a clean and organized bar area.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $6.75, plus tips.

Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve cocktails and other beverages according to recipes or customer preferences.
• Ensure that all drinks are prepared to a high standard and meet quality control guidelines.
• Greet and interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Take drink orders and provide recommendations based on customer preferences.
• Monitor and manage bar inventory, including ordering and restocking supplies as needed.
• Keep track of alcohol and other beverage stock to prevent wastage and ensure availability.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area, including washing glasses, cleaning countertops, and disposing of waste.
• Ensure all bar equipment is functioning properly and report any issues for repair.
• Adhere to all local and state regulations regarding the serving of alcoholic beverages.
• Check customer identification to verify legal drinking age and refuse service to underage or intoxicated individuals.
• Process transactions accurately, including handling cash, credit cards, and making change.
• Maintain a cash register or point-of-sale system and ensure accurate reporting of sales.
• Work closely with other staff members, such as servers and kitchen personnel, to ensure smooth operation and high service standards.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on new drink recipes and service techniques.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in bartending or cocktail serving is often preferred but not always required.
• Familiarity with a wide range of cocktail recipes and techniques is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with customers.
• Strong multitasking abilities and the capacity to work efficiently under pressure.
• Attention to detail to ensure drink quality and accuracy in orders.
• Bartender’s license or alcohol service certification may be required depending on local regulations.
• Food safety certification might be needed in some establishments.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items, such as kegs or boxes of supplies.
• Good manual dexterity for mixing and serving drinks.
• Friendly, outgoing, and customer-focused demeanor.
• Ability to handle difficult situations calmly and professionally.

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.