Bartender - Part Time

LINE DC

Bartender - Part Time

Washington, DC
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.

    The Role… 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

    1. Welcome our guests and provide a fun, approachable and exceptional experience. Creating a culture of repeat clientele and new friends.

    2. Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel

    3. Offer guests an enjoyable experience that conforms to the LINE’s standards of excellence, professionalism and friendliness

    4. Deliver proactive and consistent hospitality through a strong understanding of the sequence of service and executing it with every guest interaction

    5. 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

    6. Must have full knowledge of menu items, their ingredients and preparation techniques

    7. Be able to recommend cocktails, create new ones pre guest request and pair appropriate beverage with the guest’s meal.

    8. Be able to provide full food service to the guests at the bar and on the floor as needed.

    9. Possess expert knowledge of the POS system to correctly and strategically coordinate guest

    food and beverage orders

    1. Stock the bar areas with beer, juices, soft drinks, glassware and condiments

    2. Keep the bar area neat and tidy at all times clearing dishes and glassware whenever possible

    3. Ensure that the bar is clean, stocked and all side opening and closing duties are completed

    4. Follows alcohol awareness procedures and policies at all times

    5. Take ownership of all service issues brought to your attention by guests

    6. Responsible for receiving payment for all items ordered, receives and correctly handles cash, appropriate receipt and distribution of gratuity

    7. Assist coworkers in any task necessary to ensure a great environment for guests and coworkers

    8. Execute any additional employee duties requested by management

    9. Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the hotel

    10. Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested

    11. Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions

    12. Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements

    Knowledge, Requirements and Skills

    1. High-School diploma or GED preferred

    2. College education or equivalent, hotel or business administration degree, preferred

    3. Two (2) years’ related experience

    4. Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language

    5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

    6. Ability to multitask

    7. Excellent communication skills

    8. Able to handle a large volume of guest interactions in an efficient and courteous manner;

    9. Work well under pressure, requires being a team player

    10. Must have up to date state required certifications

    Working Conditions/Environment

    1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

    2. The person having this responsibility may have to lift up to 30lbs on a daily basis

    3. 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

    4. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an Employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position.

    Apply today and join us as a Bartender