Barback | Part-Time | Owensboro Convention Center

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Barback | Part-Time | Owensboro Convention Center

Location

US-KY-Owensboro

Job Post Information* : Posted Date

8 minutes ago (9/16/2026 4:52 PM)

Job ID

2026-34913

Location Name

Owensboro Convention Center

Category

Catering / Banquet / Event Sales

Type

Regular Part-Time

Location : Location

US-KY-Owensboro

Job Post Information* : External Company Name

Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL

https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code

42302

Location : Address

501 West Second Street

Job Post Information* : Post End Date

12/18/2026

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.

The Barback functions as part of a team and may need to handle customer service requests. Having good communication and interpersonal skills is essential to fulfilling the needs of team members and guests. Effective communicators should practice active listening and respond efficiently to demands. Additionally, barbacks should maintain a friendly and professional demeanor with guests and team members. This role will pay an hourly rate of $14.00 and is tip eligible. Benefits for Part-Time Roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching. This position will remain open until December 18, 2026.

Western Kentucky's award-winning venue—the Owensboro Convention Center —is a full-service facility overlooking the scenic Ohio River in revitalized downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. The multi-purpose center boasts just under 102,000 sq. ft. of available space, including a 44,000+ sq. ft. exhibition hall, the 8,900+ sq. ft. Kentucky Legend® Pier outside over the scenic Ohio River, and additional ballroom, meeting, and prefunction space.

Keep the bar stocked with liquor, syrups, glasses, napkins, and all other necessary items before and during service hours using transfer forms and stand sheets. Refill ice wells, change beer kegs, and restock napkins and straws. Clean up the spills, remove the glassware, and organize stock. Keep the bar area neat and clean. Coordinate with managers, kitchen staff, and security personnel to ensure efficient service to customers. Before service: Barbacks arrive early to organize liquor shelves and to prepare juices, mixers, and garnishes. Barbacks also stock glasses, napkins, straws, toothpicks, and other counter items. During service: Barbacks monitor and replenish supplies such as liquor and bar items. Stock glasses, tools, and mixing equipment. Additionally, Barbacks assist bartenders with tasks and customers with questions, requests, and concerns. After service: Barbacks help with breaking down the bar after service. Breaking the bar down includes cleaning counters and proper storage of supplies and serving equipment. Barbacks take out the trash or recycling, sweep and mop, appropriately handle and store stock, and restock the bar for the following shift. Work efficiently and be responsive to the needs of the staff they support as well as their customers. Demonstrate strong situational awareness by anticipating the needs of bartenders, coworkers, and guests. Maintains assigned station by restocking supplies, providing support as needed, and promptly clearing and cleaning work areas. Navigate crowded spaces while safely carrying glassware,