Bar Staff Jobs in Columbia, MD

A Bar Staffer, also known as a bartender, plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for creating, mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, maintaining a clean and organized bar area, controlling stocks and ordering supplies, and providing excellent customer service. They often engage with customers, providing recommendations and ensuring satisfaction with their service. These professionals may also handle cash transactions, enforce liquor laws and health regulations, and manage any issues or complaints related to the bar service.

Essential skills for a Bar Staffer include excellent customer service skills, strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and physical stamina, as they spend most of their shift on their feet. Knowledge of mixology and cocktail preparation is also crucial. Additionally, certifications in food and beverage safety training and alcohol awareness programs, like the ServSafe Alcohol certification, are typically required. Prior to becoming a Bar Staffer, a person may have roles such as a Bar Back or Bar Assistant, where they support bartenders and learn the ropes of the profession. They may also start as a Wait Staff or Server in a restaurant, gaining customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

1-15 of 29 Jobs

Barback

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

About the BarBack position Truly memorable restaurant experiences don't just come from delicious dishes, fine dining and exquisite ambiance....

Bar Porter, McClellans Sports Bar - Washington Hilton

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

As a Bar Porter, you would be responsible for preparing and servicing permanent and portable bars throughout the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial...

Barback

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview The Barback supports the bartender team in maintaining a flawless bar operation....

Servers, Bar Staff

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for AM and PM Servers and Bar Staff that are quietly confident, approachable, calm under pressure, authentic, understand the concept of extreme ownership, and always looking to go above...

Barback

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Acqua Bistecca is a restaurant where wood-fired steaks and pristine local seafood take center stage, all through the lens of refined Italian influence. The menu reflects a balance of land and...

Bar Porter, McClellan's Sports Bar - Washington Hilton

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

As a Bar Porter, you would be responsible for preparing and servicing permanent and portable bars throughout the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial...

Barback

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Were looking for hardworking Bussers/Barbacks to join our team!...

Bar Back

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Job Responsibilities Ensure that the bar area is well-stocked with liquor, mixers, garnishes, and other supplies. Clean and maintain bar equipment, glassware, and utensils. Collect empty glasses...

Barback

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Bar Porter

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Maintains the physical appearance of the bars, corridors, foyers and storerooms at levels of standards set by management. KEY JOB FUNCTIONS : Remove and compact trash from floors and...

Restaurant Busser/Barback Renaissance Harborplace Baltimore Hotel

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago

The Barback is the perfect entry-level opportunity for you to gain experience. Every Bartender needs a capable assistant to have their back behind the bar....

Bar Porter - DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC Crystal City

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 days ago

As a Barback, you would be responsible for preparing and servicing permanent and portable bars throughout the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial...

Concessions Barback - Oriole Park at Camden Yards

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 24 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 24 days ago

Position Title: Concessions Barback Pay Range : $19.25 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1434344....

Honor Bar Attendant

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation....

Busser/Barback

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 27 days ago

Our Busser/Barbacks are the right hands to our Servers and Bartenders. They ensure our dining room, bar, lobby, and service areas are clean, sanitized, stocked and visually appealing....

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Columbia, MD

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bar Staffs in Columbia, MD
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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