Restaurant Bartender

Columbia Country Club; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious country club in Chevy Chase, Maryland, is looking for a dedicated bartender to mix and serve drinks, ensuring compliance with service laws. Applicants must be 18+, knowledgeable about beverages, and TIPS certified. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task, with responsibilities including maintaining bar area cleanliness and conducting monthly inventory. Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting heavy items. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to work in a vibrant club environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Able to meet physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• TIPS certified.
• Able to multi‑task and comprehend multiple orders at any given time.
• Must have good communication skills including understanding and speaking English.
• Held responsible for working all major club events to include Mother's Day, Easter, Club Fireworks Event, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Able to meet the physical demands and responsibilities of the position (standing, sitting, lifting/moving items over 25 pounds, up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Mixes, prepares, and serves drinks to members and guests.
• Follows laws and club policies regarding alcoholic beverage service.
• Conducts inventory monthly.
• Prepares garnishes, mixes and pre‑mixed drinks.
• Keeps records of liquor, beers, and wine to ensure bar stock is at the appropriate level.
• Conducts inventory monthly.
• Inspects bar setup prior to opening to ensure supplies are adequate.

Skills

General knowledge of alcoholic beverages

Good communication skills (English)

Ability to multi-task

TIPS certified

Customer service

Event coordination

Job description

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Mixes, prepares and serves drinks to members and their guests
• Carefully follows all laws and club policies and procedures regarding alcoholic beverage service and informs a manager if continuing service to a member or guest is in question.
• Continually practices beverage and revenue control procedures including pouring the correct amount of alcohol in the correct glass.
• Follows set-up procedures including but not limited to inspecting the bar prior to opening to ensure that adequate supplies are available.
• Maintains bar area and equipment
• Prepares garnishes, mixes and pre‑mixed drinks.
• Requests additional supplies from a supervisor or manager daily and stocks the bar.
• Keeps records of liquor, beers, and wine to ensure bar stock is at the appropriate level.
• Maintain a clean and professional work environment ensuring all equipment and necessary supplies are functioning properly.
• Conducts inventory monthly.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Furthermore, he / she should possess the following personal and professional characteristics:

• Must be 18 years of age
• General knowledge of alcoholic beverages to be served
• TIPS certified
• Able to multi‑task and comprehend multiple orders at any given time
• Must have good communication skills including understanding and speaking English
• Held responsible for working all major club events to include Mother's Day, Easter, Club Fireworks Event, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Able to meet the physical demands and responsibilities of the position. He / she will, while regularly performing the essential functions of the job, be standing, sitting and lifting / moving items or objects over 25 pounds and sometimes lift / move items up to 50 pounds.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.