Premium Bartender|Part-time| SoFi Center - Oak View Group

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 Premium Bartender provides an exceptional, high-touch bar service to guests, enhancing their experience through skilled mixology, personalized service, and a commitment to excellence. This role is ideal for a highly experienced bartender with a passion for premium service, mixology expertise, and cater to the unique preferences of guests and VIP clientele. They must be personable, professional and able to work in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

 

This role will pay an hourly rate between $25 to $30 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.

About the Venue:

Oak View Group is the venue manager and food and beverage provider of SoFi Center, a first-of-its-kind venue located in Palm Beach Gardens on the campus of Palm Beach State College. SoFi Center will be the home of the TGL Golf League, founded by Tiger Woods and Rory Mcllroy,  TGL presented by SoFi is a new golf league, combining advanced technology with teams of top players from the PGA TOUR for two-hour weekly competitions in prime time starting in January 2025. The arena will seat about 1,500 people and featured matches between 6 teams for the inaugural season.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to state, federal and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests. 
• Follow bar pre-shift notes and bar menus and provide service as described. 
• Take and/or processes orders for drinks; mixes, garnishes and presents drinks using standard ingredient recipes; practices prudent portion control.  
• Set up assigned bars; requisitions and stocks all beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, ice and produce. 
• Maintain stock, prepares, and stores all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices and other perishables to ensure product quality. Request additional product or restock as needed. 
• Greet guests in a courteous, friendly manner, with an ability to maintain professionalism and composure in stressful situations. 
• Detect and act upon guest inebriation as trained, escalating to management or security when needed.  
• Lock up and store all beverage products, food, equipment items, and performs all closing duties at the end of shift. 
• Perform general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards; keeps work area clean and organized. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

 

Qualifications:

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Six months or more experience bartending in high volume environment. 
• Ability to accurately handle register and revenue collections through POS system is required. 
• Ability to meet the company standard of excellence in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers, and uniform standards. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of liquor laws. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
• Must have knowledge or ability to learn about various beer, wine & spirits available. 
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid food handling certificate and RVP certificate prior to working at SoFi Center.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and long hours. 
• Bartending school 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.