Bartender

Dacha Navy Yard; Washington; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular dining establishment in Washington, D.C. is looking for an experienced Bartender to enhance the guest experience through exceptional service and product knowledge. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of bartending experience in a fine-dining or upscale casual setting, with a strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and wines. This role involves preparing drinks, maintaining a stocked bar, and providing attentive service in a fast-paced environment, including night and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bartending experience in fine-dining or upscale casual dining required.
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly and attentive service to guests.
• Prepare cocktails accurately according to recipes.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Guest engagement skills

Knowledge of classic cocktails

Attention to detail

Education

2 years of bartending experience

Job description

Career Opportunities with Dacha Navy Yard

POSITION SUMMARY

The Bartender is a key member of our team and plays a central role in shaping the guest experience. With professionalism, exceptional product knowledge, and genuine hospitality, the Bartender guides each guest through a memorable dining and beverage journey. This position requires an energetic, polished, and team-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Embody the company’s core values through authentic hospitality, positive communication, and consistent professionalism with guests and teammates.
• Provide friendly, upbeat, and attentive service to every guest in your section and at the bar.
• Ensure that every guest enjoys an exceptional and consistent overall experience.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of all food and beverage offerings, making thoughtful recommendations to enhance the guest experience.
• Set up, maintain, and break down a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar by completing all opening, running, and closing sidework.
• Prepare cocktails according to established recipes, ensuring accuracy in measurements, glassware, ice, and garnishes.
• Maintain product quality standards and uphold consistency in every drink served.
• Support team members by serving as a resource on beverage knowledge and service standards.
• Protect guests and the establishment by strictly adhering to sanitation, safety, and alcohol control policies.
• Foster a spirit of teamwork by assisting colleagues proactively and maintaining positive communication throughout service.
• Maintain current TIPS/TAMS certification and comply with all responsible alcohol service standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
• Be available for evening, late-night, weekend, and holiday shifts as required by business volume.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
• Frequently reach, bend, lift, carry, and wipe.
• Remain stationary for extended periods.
• Frequently wash hands.
• Lift and carry boxes up to 50 lbs over short distances and manipulate items at varying heights (may require use of a step stool).
• Use fingers, hands, and arms to cut, measure, pour, serve, carry, and clean.
• Maintain clear vision at both close and long distances and adjust focus as needed.
• Hear and communicate clearly with guests and team members.
• Position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of bartending experience in fine-dining or upscale casual dining required.
• Excellent verbal communication and guest engagement skills.
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Professional appearance, demeanor, and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to provide elevated guest service in a fast-paced environment.

DISCLAIMER

Failure to adhere to these and any other company policies or standards may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the position. Management reserves the right to modify duties or reassign responsibilities as necessary.