Lead Barback - HISTORY, Ottawa

Live Nation Entertainment • Ottawa, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

You will have the opportunity to be part of a very special team for Live Nation’s newest Canadian venue, HISTORY Ottawa. A state-of-the-art venue with a capacity of up to 2000 hosting over 180 concerts and private events annually. If you are ready to be a part of Ottawa’s most memorable and historic shows, this role might be for you!

Requirements

• Must be Smart Serve Certified and at least 19 years of age.
• 2 years minimum experience as a barback or similar role in a high-volume environment with high standards.
• Knowledge of various spirits, beers, and wines.
• Takes great initiative and can anticipate the needs of bartenders.
• Must be able to stand during scheduled shift, withstand repetitive walking, reaching, and bending for long periods of time.
• Have an incredible ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-volume environment while maintaining a first-in-class hospitality and food and beverage experience.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal in English.
• Liaises with F&B management team on par levels and various other food and beverage needs.
• A passion for live events and desire to ensure every customer experience is exceptional!
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the barback team during event operations in a high-volume concert venue environment.
• Help train, mentor, and support new barback staff while promoting venue standards and expectations.
• Assist the F&B Manager with month-end inventory requirements, including coordinating physical inventory counts, and helping with documentation.
• Delegate tasks and provide direction to barback staff to maintain efficient and organized bar operations.
• Ensure all bars are fully stocked with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, ice, glassware, and operational supplies before, during, and after events.
• Monitor inventory levels throughout events and communicate restocking needs with the barback team when necessary.
• Assist bartenders and bar staff with operational support to ensure fast and efficient guest service.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards across all bar and storage areas.
• Coordinate garbage removal, recycling, and product organization at the end of each event.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and support management in maintaining smooth event execution.
• Support setup, breakdown, and closing duties for all bar operations.
• Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service policies and procedures.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude in a fast-paced live entertainment environment.

Benefits

• generous vacation
• healthcare
• retirement benefits
• student loan repayment
• tuition reimbursement
• six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering
• perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips
• access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed