Bartender

Boqueria Restaurant Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Boqueria Restaurant Group is seeking a bartender to craft exceptional cocktails and beverages, ensuring fast, friendly service that keeps guests returning. You will manage bar operations, engage with guests, and contribute to a lively, upscale dining experience consistent with Boqueria's brand.

Ideal candidates bring strong beverage knowledge, passion for drinks and food, and a collaborative spirit to thrive in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Strong beverage knowledge across spirits, wine regions and flavor profiles.
• Passion for drinks, food and service.
• Understanding of restaurant operations and services.
• Team player with teammates backing each other.
• Able to learn quickly and stay flexible.
• Good sense of humor.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages to guests.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and stock levels.
• Contribute to a welcoming, high-energy bar atmosphere.
• Support daily bar operations and team collaboration.

Skills

Beverage knowledge

Drinks & service passion

Restaurant operations

Team player

Quick learner

Humor

18+ years old

Job description

Do you love making people happy, mixing cocktails, and creating regulars who come back time after time? Do you want to work for a company with a strong culture and room for professional growth? As a bartender, it will be your mission at Boqueria® to create exceptional dining experiences for all guests to keep them coming back. In addition, you'll operate the bar to ensure that beverages are prepared and served in a way that creates brand promoters. You'll also be a part of and contribute to our positive work culture.

What We're Looking For

• Strong beverage knowledge (spirits, wine regions, varietals, flavor profiles)
• Passion for drinks, food and service
• Understands restaurant operations and services
• Team player; you have your team's back, and they have yours
• Ability to learn quickly & be flexible
• A good sense of humor
• Must be at least 18 years old

What We Offer Our Team

• Work with great people who love hospitality
• Competitive pay paid weekly
• Flexible scheduling
• Full- and part-time availability
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, commuter, and supplemental options
• Paid time off and Discounted Meals
• A strong company culture with high standards
• Be part of growing an upscale restaurant group

Who is Boqueria®?

Boqueria® is one of the leading Spanish tapas restaurant groups on the East Coast, with 11 locations in NYC, DC, Chicago, Nashville, Boston, West Hartford & Atlanta. Boqueria is a lively tapas bar, inspired by the buzzy atmosphere and great food of the Barcelona "Kioskos" surrounding the renowned food market "El Mercado de la Boqueria". At Boqueria®, the open kitchens turn out tempting versions of classic Spanish tapas and small plates inspired by the season's best products. Designed for easy sharing, Boqueria® has become a go-to destination for friends, family and co-workers to connect over the sharing spirit of tapas and Spanish food.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not base our employment decisions on an applicant's race, sex, sexual orientation, age, color, national origin, citizenship, disability, handicap, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by local, state, or federal law.