Bartender | Part-Time | Marcus Performing Arts Center

Bartender – Part Time – Marcus Performing Arts Center

Oak View Group is a global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry, serving world‑class venues including the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee.

Position Summary: The bartender will serve alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages, maintain a professional and personable demeanor, and provide excellent service in a fast‑paced environment. Attendance and reliability are essential, as the bartender will work scheduled events as required.

Hourly pay $14.00–$16.00, tip eligible.
Benefits for Part‑Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and matching.

Evergreen Role: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no deadline.

About The Venue: The Marcus Performing Arts Center has been a Milwaukee fixture for over 50 years, hosting resident companies such as Black Arts MKE, First Stage, The Florentine Opera, and Milwaukee Ballet, and is part of a dedicated War Memorial facility.

• Maintain excellent guest service, communicate with co‑workers, and adhere to uniform standards.
• Follow bar pre‑shift notes and menus.
• Serve alcoholic beverages following all applicable regulations and company standards.
• Know the beer, wine, and spirit selection and suggestively upsell.
• Pour drinks responsibly according to standard sizes.
• Verify guests’ IDs to ensure minimum age requirements.
• Set a clear cut‑off for purchase when necessary.
• Listen to and respond to customer requests or concerns.
• De‑escalate intoxicated guests and involve management or security if needed.
• Escalate decisions beyond scope to a manager.
• Request restock or additional product as needed.
• Handle cash accurately and manage the bar’s issued bank.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary station and equipment.
• Assist with set‑up, breakdown, and cooler organization.

• Minimum six months bartending experience.
• Accurate cash handling skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced setting.
• Self‑directed yet team‑oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• Bartending school preferred.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants on any protected basis, including veteran status, service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other class under law.