Upscale Bartender & Mixologist — Flexible Hours

Nordstrom; North Dakota; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

Retirement options

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a bartender for our Restaurant team in McLean, VA. You will deliver exceptional service, showcase bar knowledge, and support the team in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 1+ year bartending experience, professional communication, and the ability to adapt to a flexible schedule. A food handler’s card may be required by local regulations.

Qualifications

• 1+ year bartending experience in upscale, full-service restaurants.
• Calm head when dealing with customer concerns with professionalism.
• Clear and professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Thrived in fast-paced environments and embraced flexible schedules.
• Food handler’s card where required by local/state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide bar and restaurant service with focus on customer experience.
• Assist around the restaurant, including answering phones and handling transactions.

Skills

Customer service

Bar menu knowledge

Team player

Communication

Professional demeanor/poise

Adaptability

Flexible schedule

Food handler's card

Job description

Job Description

As a bartender on our Restaurant team, you’ll play a dual role—part team player, part mixologist.

A day in the life…

• Showcase your impeccable customer service, your knowledge and enthusiasm for the bar menu
• Be a great team player by helping out around the restaurant, whether answering phones or completing financial transactions

You own this if you have…

• 1+ year bartending experience in upscale, full-service restaurants
• A calm head when dealing with customer concerns thanks to your high level of professionalism
• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
• Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
• A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$18.40 - $18.40 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits.Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points…

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