Premium Bartender | Part-Time | Spruce Meadows

Oak View Group View all jobs

  • Calgary, AB
  • $15.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
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. Overview:The Premium 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 per business need.This role requires ProServe certification and full compliance with AGCO alcohol service regulations, as well as strong communication and multitasking skills. A polished, professional demeanour and guest-first attitude are essential.This role pays an hourly rate of $15.00 CAD and is tip eligible.Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching.This position will remain open until June 12, 2026. Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrate ability to meet the company standard for 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 under AGCO and ProServe regulations pertaining to the service 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 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.
  • Contact a management member if he/she is unable to resolve or make a decision beyond the scope of standard decision-making.
  • Request additional product or restock product as required.
  • Maintains clean and sanitary work station at all times. Ensures bar equipment is clean & well maintained.
  • Other duties as assigned such as set-up and breakdown of bar equipment as required and assisting with organization of the cooler, liquor cages and dry storage areas.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2 years of alcohol service experience in a restaurant, premium hospitality, or event venue setting.
  • Strong classic cocktail, wine and beverage knowledge.
  • Demonstrated experience in premium customer service and guest interaction.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Professional appearance and positive, team-first attitude.
  • Must hold a valid ProServe Certification.
  • Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods.
  • Ability to work in an indoor/outdoor environment.
  • Available to work an event-driven schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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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