Bartender, The Barns (Variable, up to 20 hours per week, early October 2026 - May 2027)

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts; Wolf Trap (VA); On-site; USD 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Complimentary tickets

Discounts at concessions

Job summary

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is hiring for an on-site position involving nightly bar setup, beverage service, and customer interaction. Applicants must be at least 21 and possess strong communication skills.

This role demands physical activity, including lifting and standing for long periods. Benefits include flexible scheduling and complimentary performance tickets.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must successfully complete Virginia Alcohol Server Training within 30 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Setup and cleanup of the bar, ensuring sanitation standards.
• Prepare and serve drinks while providing customer service.
• Assist with POS operation and inventory counts.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Quick learner

Job description

Pay rate: $12.77/hour plus tips
Benefits: Flexible work schedule; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at concessions and the gift shop
Position location: 100% On-site
Contact information: [e-mail].

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Nightly setup of the bar including bar stations, preparing fruit/garnishes, filling ice bins, setup of glassware, etc.
• Nightly cleanup of the bar including wiping down and sanitizing all bar surfaces, washing bar utensils and small wares, sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, etc.
• Ensure all leftover items are properly wrapped, stored, or discarded
• POS operation including taking orders and handling payments
• Assist patrons with QR codes and QR code ordering
• Prepare and serve drinks
• Nightly restocking
• Wrap and reset silverware
• Assist with cleaning/resetting the dining room as needed
• Turnover of the bar as needed to set up for special events
• Always provide fast and friendly customer service to guests and coworkers
• Report any customer service complaints or issues to the Manager on Duty
• Assist with opening, closing, and monthly inventory counts as assigned
• Follow all Fairfax County Health Department standards. Maintain the highest level of sanitation practices, safe food handling and storage

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to work weeknights and weekends
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work quickly and independently
• Must successfully complete a Virginia Alcohol Server Training, ServSafe Training or company approved equivalent course within 30 days of start date

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 20 pounds frequently
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach, cut, mix, etc.

Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact [e-mail] . An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.