Bartender | Part-Time | Santander Arena

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 Bartender is responsible for the service of all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. 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 for business needs.  

This role pays an hourly rate of $9.00 and is tip eligible. 

Benefits for Part-Time 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

Santander Arena, located in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania, is a versatile venue that serves as the home arena for the Reading Royals, the ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. The Santander Arena has hosted an array of live events including concerts, Disney on Ice, and other family friendly events attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.  

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate ability to meet the company standards excellent in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers and uniform standards. 
• Follow the bar pre-shift notes and bar menus and provide service as described. 
• Serve alcoholic beverages following all proper procedures for serving alcoholic drinks including state/federal regulations pertaining to the distribution of alcohol. 
• Responsible to learn or have knowledge of various beer, wine varieties & spirits available, and be able to learn to suggestively upsell products to guests. 
• Must pour drinks responsibly in accordance with company standards for serving size. 
• Must check guest's ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. 
• Must communicate a cut-off to a guest as required. 
• Listening and responding to any customer requests or concerns. 
• Bartenders are expected to de-escalate intoxicated guest situations.  
• If a guest becomes confrontational, belligerent, or uses extreme profanity, the bartender may contact management or security as required. 
• Contact a management member if they are unable to resolve or make a decision beyond the scope of standard decision-making. 
• Ability to handle cash accurately is required.  
• Always maintains clean and sanitary workstation.
• Ensures bar equipment is clean & well maintained. 

Qualifications

• Six months or more experience bartending. 
• Bartending school and/or certification preferred. 
• Accurate cash handling skills. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and long hours. 

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.

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