TJs Seasonal Bartender

The Jefferson Hotel • Richmond, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

TJ’s, The Jefferson Hotel’s signature restaurant, is seeking a professional, engaging, and guest-focused Seasonal Bartender. This seasonal role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoys creating memorable guest experiences behind the bar and on the dining room floor.

The position includes AM and PM shifts: 9:30 AM–3:00 PM or 3:00 PM–10:00 PM. Employees must be available for their designated shift, including weekends and holidays, as business needs require. The role combines bartending and serving duties, including preparing beverages, taking and delivering food orders, processing payments, maintaining service areas, and providing attentive guest service.

Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of bartending and serving experience in a full-service or upscale restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, beverage preparation, and service standards.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service.
• Excellent communication, organization, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to balance bartending and serving duties efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods and lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Dependable, punctual, polished in appearance, accountable, and team-oriented approach.
• Commitment to hospitality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and provide attentive, knowledgeable service throughout their visit.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages accurately and consistently.
• Take and deliver food orders, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper presentation.
• Process transactions, manage tabs, and handle payments accurately.
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the bar, dining room, and service stations.
• Answer guest questions, make recommendations, and address concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Coordinate with teammates and leadership to ensure seamless service across the bar and dining room.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and follow applicable alcohol service laws and hotel policies.

Benefits

• Opportunity to develop bartending and restaurant service skills.
• Supportive, professional environment that values teamwork, personalized service, and attention to detail.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed