Barback | Part-Time | The Bushnell

Oak View Group•Hartford, CT

About The Position

Oak View Group is seeking a part-time Barback at The Bushnell. The Barback supports the beverage team during conventions, banquets, concerts, sporting events, and other special events. The role ensures bar service runs efficiently by stocking and replenishing beverage stations, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and assisting bartenders with setup, service, and breakdown. The Barback helps ensure bartenders have the supplies and equipment needed to provide guest service while following company policies, responsible alcohol service practices, and safety standards. This is an on-call, event-based role requiring availability on weekdays and weekends, with some morning, noon, and evening shifts. The position pays $16.00–$18.00 per hour and is tip eligible. Part-time benefits include a 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. The posting states that the position will remain open until February 5, 2027.

Requirements

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects frequently, including beverage cases, kegs, and bags of ice.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced event environment.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Availability for a flexible, on-call/event-based schedule that may include weekdays, weekends, mornings, afternoons, evenings, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous barback, food and beverage, warehouse, or hospitality experience is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare bars and beverage stations before events by stocking beverages, mixers, garnishes, ice, cups, napkins, utensils, stirrers, and other supplies.
Replenish bar inventory during service to keep bartenders supplied and prevent interruptions to guest service.
Transport beverage products, supplies, and equipment between storage areas and service locations.
Move, tap, replace, and disconnect kegs while maintaining draft beer systems.
Pour draft beer and wine when directed to assist bartenders and improve service efficiency.
Refill ice wells and maintain an adequate ice supply throughout events.
Assist with opening and closing procedures, including setup, breakdown, restocking, and securing beverage inventory.
Ensure bar equipment is clean, operational, and properly prepared before service.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment, including cleaning floors and bar surfaces, handling mats and trash, recycling cardboard, relining trash receptacles, and organizing storage areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards.
Observe guests for signs of visible intoxication and promptly notify bartenders or management in accordance with responsible alcohol service policies.
Assist with inventory counts, product rotation, and accountability procedures.
Provide courteous, professional service and collaborate with bartenders, supervisors, and other team members.
Maintain dependable attendance and work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and events based on business needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Beverage Leadership.