Bartender

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive hourly wage

New store openings— opportunities for进

Job summary

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is seeking a motivated Bartender in Lexington to deliver exceptional service behind the bar. You will craft beer, wine, and handcrafted cocktails, guide guests through the menu with confident recommendations, and ensure a warm, guest-centric experience from arrival to departure.

Join a team that values training and development, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in a lively, guest-focused

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication required.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Able to stand for 8 hours or more daily.
• Able to bend, kneel, and lift items up to 25 pounds.
• Patient, guest-oriented mindset essential.
• Positive working relationships with all team members required.
• Adherence to cleanliness and safety procedures.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• FOH roles require 18+ age.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming bar experience from guest arrival.
• Craft beer, wine, and cocktails to Firebirds standards with consistency.
• Guide guests through menu offerings with confident recommendations and pairings.
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver attentive hospitality.
• Accurately manage orders, POS entries, and payments.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and Firebar area.
• Support To-Go orders and collaborate with teammates for seamless service.
• Uphold responsible alcohol service and guest safety standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Math calculations

Stand for 8+ hours

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Guest-oriented mindset

Team relations

Cleanliness & safety

Reliable transportation

18+ age

Job description

Find Your Fire at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

At Firebirds, we create extraordinary guest experiences through genuine hospitality, handcrafted cocktails, and attentive service. As a Bartender, you’ll be a key part of our Front of House team—bringing energy, connection, and care to every guest interaction while crafting memorable moments behind the bar.

What You Can Expect From Us

Our team members are the most important stakeholder here at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill and such an important part of our brand. We ensure that our front of house team members receive extensive training and development, are continuously set up for success, and feel welcomed in our Firebirds family! Never worked in a restaurant before but have a passion for learning more? It will be our pleasure to start you in a role where you can train and develop skillsets to become a hospitality expert!

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming experience from the moment guests arrive at the bar.
• Craft beer, wine, and handcrafted cocktails to Firebirds standards with consistency and care.
• Guide guests through menu offerings with confident recommendations and pairings.
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver attentive, personalized hospitality.
• Accurately manage orders, POS entry, and payments with efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready bar and Firebar® area.
• Support To-Go orders and collaborate with teammates to ensure seamless service.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and uphold guest safety standards at all times.

What’s In It For You

• Flexible schedules! Time-off on holidays— closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day; early closure on Christmas Eve!
• Competitive hourly wage
• New store openings— we are growing and with growth comes opportunities for advancement!
• Extensive training and development— we focus on building your knowledge during training and it doesn't stop there--continued education is a focus to make sure our team members are experts in their positions.
• Benefits for eligible team members—medical and paid time-off!
• Team member motivation— discounted meals, exhilarating contests, and thrilling prizes!

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours or more a day
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift items frequently weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to be patient and have a guest-oriented mindset
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all team members
• Attention to cleanliness and safety procedures
• Must have reliable transportation
• 18+ age requirements for FOH positions

You may also apply in person at your local Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Monday through Friday between 2 pm and 4 pm!

Firebirds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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