Barback | Part-Time | Marcus Performing Arts Center
Milwaukee, WI$14–$16/hrPosted Jul 10, 2026
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Barback | Part-Time | Marcus Performing Arts Center
Location
US-WI-Milwaukee
Job Post Information* : Posted Date
2 weeks ago(7/10/2026 3:24 PM)
Job ID
2026-33097
Location Name
Marcus Performing Arts Center
Category
Concessions / Premium Seating
Type
Regular Part-Time
Location : Location
US-WI-Milwaukee
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Oak View Group
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
https://www.oakviewgroup.com/
Location : Postal Code
53202
Location : Address
929 N. Water St
Job Post Information* : Post End Date
10/9/2026
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.
Position Summary
The Barback is an essential member of the beverage team, providing operational support to ensure efficient and seamless bar service throughout conventions, banquets, concerts, sporting events, and other special events. This position is responsible for stocking beverage stations, replenishing inventory, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and assisting bartenders with event setup, service, and breakdown. The Barback plays a key role in ensuring bartenders have the supplies and equipment needed to provide exceptional guest service while maintaining compliance with all company policies, responsible alcohol service practices, and safety standards. This position requires the ability to work weekdays and weekends, with availability for some morning, noon, and evening shifts on an on-call/event-based schedule. This role will pay an hourly rate range of $14.00-$16.00 and is tip eligible. Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until October 9, 2026.
About the Venue
A fixture in Milwaukee for over 50 years, Marcus Performing Arts Center is home to four major resident companies: Black Arts MKE, First Stage, The Florentine Opera, and Milwaukee Ballet. MPAC is proud to be part of the Milwaukee Theater District as well as a dedicated War Memorial facility, honoring those who bravely served our country. From our world-class performances to inspiring community events, we hope your experience at the MPAC leaves you feeling transported and transformed.
Responsibilities
Prepare bars and beverage stations before events by stocking beer, wine, liquor, mixers, non-alcoholic beverages, garnishes, ice, cups, napkins, utensils, stirrers, and other necessary supplies.Continuously replenish bar inventory during service to ensure bartenders remain fully stocked and guest service is not interrupted.Transport beverage products, supplies, and equipment between storage areas and service locations.Move, tap, replace, and disconnect kegs while maintaining draft beer systems.Assist bartenders by pouring draft beer and wine when directed to improve service efficiency.Refill ice wells and maintain an adequate supply of ice throughout each event.Assist with opening and closing bar procedures, including setup, breakdown, restocking, and securing beverage inventory.Verify all bar equipment is clean, operational, and properly prepared before the start of service.Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment by sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning bar surfaces, stacking floor mats, removing trash, recycling cardboard, relining trash receptacles, and organizing storage areas.Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards while maintaining a safe working environment.Observe guests for signs of visible intoxication and promptly...