Hotel Bartender - Graduate by Hilton Downtown Richmond

Kalyan-Hospitality; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is seeking a dynamic hotel bartender for part-time shifts in Richmond, VA. The role emphasizes hospitality, guest connection, and a professional bar presence to deliver memorable experiences.

Responsibilities include preparing cocktails and beverages, maintaining stock, following Virginia alcohol service rules, and driving guest satisfaction while promoting hotel experiences. Your energetic personality and polished demeanor will contribute to the overall guest journey.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented with hospitality mindset.
• Ability to communicate clearly and engage guests.
• Experience handling cash and processing payments via POS.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with genuine hospitality and personality.
• Create an engaging atmosphere for guests and locals.
• Build relationships to encourage repeat visits.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond quickly to requests.
• Handle concerns professionally and turn service challenges into positive experiences.
• Represent Graduate by Hilton’s energy and service culture.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Deliver consistent drink quality and appropriate portions.
• Know beverage offerings and food pairings.
• Verify IDs and comply with Virginia alcohol service rules.
• Practice responsible beverage service at all times.
• Maintain a polished bar presentation.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Communication

Cash handling

Tools

POS system

Job description

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Hotel Bartender - Graduate by Hilton Downtown Richmond

Part Time Graduate Hotel - Richmond, Richmond, VA, US

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1228

Graduate by Hilton Richmond | Richmond, Virginia

Bring the Energy. Pour the Experience. Make Every Guest Feel Like a Regular.

At Graduate by Hilton Richmond, we believe the best hospitality experiences are the ones guests remember long after the last drink is served.

We’re looking for an outgoing, polished, and energetic Bartender who knows that great bartending is about much more than making drinks. It’s about creating a vibe, connecting with guests, knowing when to have a conversation, remembering a favorite order, and turning an ordinary evening into a memorable Richmond experience.

Located in the heart of Richmond near VCU, Graduate by Hilton Richmond brings together travelers, locals, alumni, students, families, and the community in a uniquely spirited environment. If you thrive behind the bar, love hospitality, and bring personality and professionalism to every shift, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

Welcome every guest with genuine hospitality, confidence, and personality

Create an engaging atmosphere where hotel guests and Richmond locals feel equally at home

Build relationships with guests and encourage repeat business

Anticipate needs and respond quickly to guest requests

Handle concerns professionally and help turn service challenges into positive experiences

Represent the personality, energy, and service culture of Graduate by Hilton

Craft & Serve with Excellence

Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and standards

Deliver consistent drink quality, presentation, and portion control

Demonstrate strong knowledge of beverage offerings, ingredients, specials, and food pairings

Verify identification and follow all Virginia alcohol service requirements

Monitor alcohol consumption and practice responsible beverage service at all times

Maintain a polished and professional bar presentation throughout the shift

Drive the Business

Great bartenders create great experiences — and great experiences drive revenue.

You will help maximize Food & Beverage performance by:

Recommending premium spirits, cocktails, food selections, and featured offerings

Promoting specials and hotel Food & Beverage experiences

Accurately entering orders and processing payments through the POS system

Protecting revenue through proper cash handling and transaction procedures

Controlling pours, reducing waste, and supporting responsible inventory management

Communicating product shortages, guest trends, and opportunities to management

Own Your Bar

A successful bar starts with preparation and attention to detail.

You’ll be responsible for:

Preparing and stocking the bar before service

Maintaining proper levels of liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and sup