Bartender - LINE DC

Line Dc•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender at LINE DC welcomes guests and provides warm, knowledgeable service while preparing and serving beverages and food. The role acts as an ambassador for the hotel and the surrounding community, offering recommendations and creating memorable guest interactions in keeping with the hotel’s service standards. Bartenders communicate and collaborate with colleagues and other departments, resolve service issues, and follow LINE policies, procedures, safety requirements, and alcohol-awareness practices. Team members may also be asked to assist with additional duties as needed. The position is based in a lively hotel environment connected to the Adams Morgan community. The noise level is usually moderate. Physical demands include lifting up to 30 pounds daily and sitting for up to one hour, as well as standing and/or walking, pushing, kneeling, bending, balancing, squatting, reaching, and stretching for up to eight hours per day. Compensation is $10.30 per hour. DC Ward 1 residents who are hired receive a $300 bonus.

Requirements

Two years of related experience.
Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to handle a high volume of guest interactions efficiently and courteously.
Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
Current state-required certifications.
The role description says the bartender should also reside in the Washington, DC Ward 1 area.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
College education or equivalent preferred.
Hotel or business administration degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Welcome guests and create a fun, approachable, exceptional experience that encourages repeat clientele.
Communicate and work effectively with colleagues and other hotel departments.
Provide professional, friendly service consistent with LINE standards.
Deliver proactive, consistent hospitality by understanding and following the sequence of service.
Maintain working knowledge of bar products, specials, and unavailable items; prepare and serve drinks correctly.
Know menu items, ingredients, and preparation techniques.
Recommend cocktails, create cocktails at guests’ request, and pair beverages with meals.
Provide food service to guests at the bar and on the floor as needed.
Use the POS system to coordinate guest food and beverage orders.
Stock bar areas with beverages, glassware, and condiments.
Keep the bar tidy and clear dishes and glassware when possible.
Clean and stock the bar and complete opening and closing duties.
Follow alcohol-awareness procedures and policies.
Take ownership of guest service issues brought to the bartender’s attention.
Receive payments, handle cash correctly, and appropriately manage receipts and gratuity distribution.
Assist coworkers with tasks needed to support a positive environment for guests and staff.
Perform additional duties requested by management.
Maintain awareness of safety issues throughout the hotel.
Attend departmental and administrative meetings when requested.
Follow operating standards, policies, procedures, manuals, memos, and verbal instructions.
Know and follow safety and emergency procedures, including OSHA requirements.