Fine Dining Bartender - Oak Room

The Oak Room - Georgetown•Washington, DC

7h•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Ten Five Hospitality is hiring a Fine Dining Bartender for The Oak Room, a restaurant and lounge in Georgetown, Washington, DC. Bartenders are central to the guest experience, providing warm, attentive hospitality while executing the beverage program with precision and consistency. The role involves creating a welcoming atmosphere, maintaining strong product knowledge, and collaborating with the team to provide smooth, efficient service in a fast-paced environment. The position requires full availability. Open interviews are held Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM; applicants are asked to bring an updated resume and dress professionally for the interview.

Requirements

At least two years of previous experience in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
Expertise in alcohol and cocktail preparation in high-volume environments.
Experience with food and wine pairing.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Ability to focus on guest interaction while multitasking.
Team-oriented approach and ability to anticipate others' needs.
Understanding of sequence of service and coursing.
Positive attitude.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.
Ability to stand and maintain mobility for extended periods and maneuver at a steady pace while multiple functions occur simultaneously.
Ability to lift food trays or items weighing up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to occasionally push and pull carts or equipment weighing up to 250 pounds.
Ability to bend, squat, stretch, stoop, and climb to perform work and cleaning tasks.
Ability to perform tasks requiring grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, listening, hearing, and visual acuity.
Manual dexterity to operate necessary equipment, including cutlery used to cut fruit for garnishes.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes, presentation standards, and brand standards, using appropriate garnishes and glassware.
Greet and engage guests warmly and professionally, take orders, deliver beverages, and monitor guest satisfaction.
Complete opening and closing duties.
Restock beverages and maintain service par levels.
Maintain thorough knowledge of food and beverage offerings, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Answer menu questions, provide recommendations, and communicate dietary restrictions or preferences.
Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the bar station.
Focus on guests and support an excellent guest experience.
Coordinate transfers for guests moving from the bar to the dining room.
Follow management's cash-handling procedures.
Check identification to verify guests are of legal drinking age.
Process guest transactions accurately using POS systems, including cash and credit card payments.
Communicate with the floor team to coordinate timing, special requests, and order execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.