Bartender

Uptown Alley; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Roth IRA

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Uptown Alley in Manassas, VA is seeking a friendly bartender to create welcoming experiences at the bar. You will craft cocktails, upsell, process payments, and ensure safety. This is an on-site role with a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Join a team that values guest satisfaction, culture, and professional development, with benefits like 401k, Roth IRA, health coverage, PTO, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience bartending in restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Strong front-of-house knowledge and cocktail skills.
• Food safety and alcohol training completed.

Responsibilities

• Upsell and generate revenue through drinks and upselling.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain bar area.
• Handle payments and cash handling.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Attention to detail

Tech proficiency

Education

ServSafe Certification

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

POS Systems

Reservation Systems

Job description

Benefits:

• Fun and Exciting Work Environment
• Culture & Community - engaging team events, monthly team recognition
• 401k, Roth IRA
• Financial Security - competitive salary, incentive bonus structure
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible working schedule
• Health & Wellbeing - company sponsored health and vision insurance
• Professional Development

Role Purpose:

Overall, the role purpose of a bartender is to create a positive and enjoyable experience for guests by providing exceptional customer service, crafting delicious and creative drinks, and maintaining a welcoming and inviting atmosphere at the bar. Bartenders are essential members of the Uptown Alley team, contributing to the overall success and reputation of the establishment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic and Financial Responsibilities
  • Upselling and Revenue Generation
  • Payment Processing
• Operational Responsibilities
  • Compliance and Safety
  • Problem Resolution
  • Menu Knowledge
• Staff Management
  • Training and Development
• Customer Service Responsibilities
  • Customer Satisfaction

Education & Qualifications:

• Certifications in food safety and sanitation, such as ServSafe or Safe Food Handling and alcohol training.
• Highschool or GED equivalent.
• Physical Stamina and Endurance-ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks in a hot and demanding kitchen environment

Experience:

• Bartenders should have prior experience working as bartenders in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• They should have a strong understanding of front-of-house operations, including customer service techniques, order taking, and making cocktails.
• Desirable - Previous experience in a high volume restaurant.

Skills & Competencies:

• Customer Service orientation
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Technological Proficiency
  • POS Systems
  • Reservation Systems

Personal Qualities:

• Self starter- driven and motivated work ethic, the ability to be resilient, the ability to be adaptable, empathy, ability the strategic thinker, collaborative, customer focused, results-driven
• Desirable - Ability to deescalate tense situations if necessary

Languages:

• English
• Desirable - Spanish

Department: Operations/Culinary

Location: On-Site

Travel Required: No

Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, Weekends, Nights, Holidays

Reports To: General Manager/AGM

Collaborates With: Management Team, Administrative Support

Supports & Engages With: FOH, BOH