Bartender

El Presidente; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

El Presidente, a festive Mexican eatery in Washington, D.C., is seeking dynamic Bartenders with a passion for agave spirits. This position offers a competitive benefits package, including medical coverage, vacation time, and dining discounts at affiliated restaurants. Candidates should have extensive bartending experience, knowledge of cocktails, and excellent multi-tasking abilities to thrive in a high-volume setting.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage

Paid Vacation Time

Commuter Benefits

Referral Bonus Programs

Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants

Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years bartending experience in busy/high volume Metropolitan restaurants.
• Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails and recipes.
• Ability to maintain a meticulous workstation.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and make cocktails.
• Manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area.

Skills

Agave Spirits Knowledge

Wine Styles Knowledge

Cocktail Recipes Knowledge

Beer Knowledge

Multi-tasking Ability

Tequila Knowledge

Education

RAMP Certification

Job description

Affiliated withSTARR Restaurants,ElPresidenteis a festive, neo-retro Mexican eatery anchored inside Washington, D.C’s newly-developed Signal House. A robust and creative menu highlights heirloom ingredients with a modern twist – a raw bar, guacamole with king crab, a la carte tacos and shareable plates like Tomahawk Ribeye and Whole Grilled Fish. Bright agave-forward tequila and mezcal cocktails dovetail with interconnected dining rooms, eclectic interiors and legendary south-of-the-border hospitality. Because at its heart, El Presidente is about the theater of going out.

The team is seeking dynamic, genuine Bartenders who enjoy making people happy — Agave Spirits Knowledge is a Plus!

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
• Paid Vacation Time
• Commuter Benefits
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
• Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

Qualified Bartenders will have:

• Minimum of 3 years bartending experience in busy/high volume Metropolitan restaurants
• Knowledge of wine styles, grape varieties, and regions
• Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails and recipes
• Familiarity with all major spirit categories, including agaves
• Strong knowledge of beers, styles, flavor profiles
• Ability to multi-task various responsibilities while maintaining a meticulous workstation
• Strong knowledge of tequila and mezcal, flavor profiles
• Previous restaurant experience includes high volume
• RAMP certification (highly preferred)

El Presidente 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.