Banquet Bartender | Part-Time | The Bushnell

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Banquet Bartender is responsible for providing exceptional beverage service during conventions, meetings, banquets, receptions, galas, and special events. This position prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while delivering outstanding guest service in a fast-paced event environment. The Banquet Bartender ensures compliance with responsible alcohol service practices, maintains a clean and organized work area, and contributes to the successful execution of all events.

This role pays an hourly rate of $18.00 - $20.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until October 16, 2026.

About The Venue

Located in the heart of Hartford, The Bushnell Performing Arts Center is Connecticut’s premier performing arts destination and a cornerstone of the region’s cultural scene. Originally opened in 1930, this historic, nonprofit venue blends timeless architecture with modern amenities, featuring two distinct performance spaces and hosting more than 350 events annually—from Broadway tours and concerts to comedy, dance, and community programming. As the largest arts organization in the state, The Bushnell serves as a vibrant gathering place that inspires creativity, supports arts education, and delivers world-class entertainment experiences to diverse audiences. Oak View Group is proud to serve as the exclusive food and beverage provider for The Bushnell, enhancing the guest experience through exceptional hospitality and culinary offerings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beer, wine, cocktails, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages according to event specifications and company standards.
• Deliver friendly, professional, and efficient service to guests during events.
• Set up and break down banquet bars, including stocking products, glassware, garnishes, and supplies.
• Verify guest age and monitor alcohol consumption in accordance with applicable laws and responsible beverage service guidelines.
• Accurately operate point-of-sale systems and process transactions when applicable.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar areas throughout events.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to supervisors and barbacks.
• Assist with inventory control and product accountability procedures.
• Work closely with banquet captains, servers, culinary staff, and event leadership to ensure seamless event execution.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest requests and concerns.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with post-event cleanup and closing procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in hospitality, catering, restaurants, hotels, convention centers, stadiums, arenas, or banquet operations preferred.
• Knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, and cocktail preparation.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle cash and operate POS systems when required.
• Alcohol service certification required or ability to obtain it upon hire.
• Food handler certification preferred.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based hours.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in crowded and fast-paced event environments.
• Ability to transport beverage products, ice, and supplies as needed.
  
  

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.