Bartender - LINE DC

The LINE Hotel Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$300 bonus for DC Ward 1 Residents

Referral bonus + competitive pay

Discounted family rates

Family meals

Job summary

The LINE is seeking a dynamic Bartender to join our DC team and serve guests in a vibrant, community-focused space. This role requires strong communication, the ability to navigate diverse situations, and a passion for guest experience in a hospitality-forward environment.

Residing in Washington, DC Ward 1 is preferred, with a Ward 1 Resident Bonus of $300. The position offers full-time hours, on-site work, and perks including employee discounts and family meals.

Qualifications

• High-School diploma or GED preferred.
• College education or equivalent, hotel or business administration degree preferred.
• Two (2) years’ related experience.
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a fun, approachable and exceptional experience.
• Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel.
• Offer guests an enjoyable experience that conforms to the LINE’s standards of excellence, professionalism and friendliness.
• Deliver proactive and consistent hospitality through understanding of the service sequence and guest interactions.
• Develop a complete working knowledge of bar products and daily specials; ensure proper pouring and preparation.
• Be able to recommend cocktails, create new ones, and pair beverages with meals.
• Provide full food service to guests at the bar and on the floor as needed.
• Possess expert knowledge of the POS system to coordinate orders and payments.
• Stock the bar areas with supplies and maintain a clean, organized bar.

Skills

High-School Diploma

College education

2 years experience

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High-School Diploma or GED

Hotel or Business Administration Degree

Job description

Who We Are…

The LINE is a collection of hotels rooted in culture and built for discovery a launchpad for city life in LA, Austin, and DC. Each property is a creative expression of its surroundings, designed for travelers who seek more than a place to sleep. We champion bold design, local flavor, and experiences that blur the line between hotel and neighborhood.

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks

Who We Are…

The LINE is a collection of hotels rooted in culture and built for discovery a launchpad for city life in LA, Austin, and DC. Each property is a creative expression of its surroundings, designed for travelers who seek more than a place to sleep. We champion bold design, local flavor, and experiences that blur the line between hotel and neighborhood.

The Property…

From our iconic Koreatown perch in LA to a reimagined church in the heart of DC, and a lakeside sanctuary in downtown Austin, the LINE is more than a stay it’s a cultural connector. Our spaces are home to award-winning restaurants, neighborhood events, rooftop gatherings, and stories that start with check-in and unfold with every curious step out the door.

At the LINE, we celebrate individuality, creativity, and the spirit of the cities we call home. Join us and help shape the guest experience for those who see travel as an invitation to explore something new.

At LINE DC you have a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful, vibrant space deeply connected to the Adams Morgan community and to play a defining role in shaping its next chapter.

The Role…

We are seeing a dynamic bartender to join our team who also resides in the Washington DC Ward 1 Area. If hired, be prepared to receive a Ward 1 Resident Bonus of $300*.

A Bartender is responsible for anticipating the needs of both our guests and team members, ensuring they have everything required for a complete and seamless experience. As an ambassador for the hotel and an extension of the community, the Bartender not only prepares and serves beverages but also serves as a guide offering recommendations, sharing knowledge, and creating meaningful interactions.

Every guest should be welcomed and acknowledged in a manner that reflects our culture of best-in-class service. Bartenders are expected to uphold our standards at all times, ensuring consistency, warmth, and professionalism. With genuine passion for the craft and thoughtful communication with other departments, this role has the ability to make each guest’s experience not only enjoyable but truly memorable.

This position requires strong communication skills, the ability to navigate and resolve conflict, and a thorough understanding of LINE policies, procedures, and expectations.

Due to the dynamic nature of our operation, team members may be required to take on a variety of responsibilities. As an essential part of your role, you are expected to assist others when needed, just as fellow employees are expected to support you. Accordingly, you may be asked to perform additional tasks as required or directed.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Welcome our guests and provide a fun, approachable and exceptional experience. Creating a culture of repeat clientele and new friends.
• Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel
• Offer guests an enjoyable experience that conforms to the LINE’s standards of excellence, professionalism and friendliness
• Deliver proactive and consistent hospitality through a strong understanding of the sequence of service and executing it with every guest interaction
• Develop a complete working knowledge of all products served by the bar, i.e. beers, cocktails, specialty drinks, etc., daily specials as well as what is not available. Ensure proper pouring, mixing, blending, etc. of drinks
• Must have full knowledge of menu items, their ingredients and preparation techniques
• Be able to recommend cocktails, create new ones pre guest request and pair appropriate beverage with the guest’s meal.
• Be able to provide full food service to the guests at the bar and on the floor as needed.
• Possess expert knowledge of the POS system to correctly and strategically coordinate guest food and beverage orders
• Stock the bar areas with beer, juices, soft drinks, glassware and condiments
• Keep the bar area neat and tidy at all times clearing dishes and glassware whenever possible
• Ensure that the bar is clean, stocked and all side opening and closing duties are completed
• Follows alcohol awareness procedures and policies at all times
• Take ownership of all service issues brought to your attention by guests
• Responsible for receiving payment for all items ordered, receives and correctly handles cash, appropriate receipt and distribution of gratuity
• Assist coworkers in any task necessary to ensure a great environment for guests and coworkers
• Execute any additional employee duties requested by management
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the hotel
• Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested
• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions
• Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements

Knowledge, Requirements And Skills

• High-School diploma or GED preferred
• College education or equivalent, hotel or business administration degree, preferred
• Two (2) years’ related experience
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills

  Working Conditions/Environment

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  • The person having this responsibility may have to lift up to 30lbs on a daily basis
  • The person having this position may have to sit for one (1) hour, stand and/or walk, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for eight (8) hours per day
  • The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an Employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position.

  Our Doors Are Yours To Open…

  The LINE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

  Work Perks…

  • $300 dollar bonus for DC Ward 1 Residents
  • Referral bonus + competitive compensation
  • Discounted family rates
  • Family meals

  Other Benefits Offered As Legally Required By Local/state/federal Laws.

  Compensation: $10.30 per hour

  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.