Bar Staff Jobs in Derwood, 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 31 Jobs

Barback

  • The Mather in Tysons
  • Tysons, VA (13 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tysons, VA (13 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

We're a multiple award-winning employer in a luxury senior living community, featuring multiple restaurants and a scratch kitchen, seeking a Full-Time and Part-Time Barback to join our team....

In Person

Barback

  • The Oak Room
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

Position Summary The Barback supports the bar team by ensuring all stations are clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service....

In Person

Barback

  • Ned's Club
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Our team of barbacks keep them stocked with everything they need to create an exceptional experience and maintain seamless service....

In Person

Hiring Bar Staff to work Warped Tour June 13 & 14!

  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring Bar Staff to work Vans Warped Tour DC: June 13 & 14!...

In Person

Snack Bar Attendant

  • SSP.
  • Ashburn, VA (19 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (19 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Search by Keyword Search by Location / Country Search by Postal Code Search by Location / Country Search by Postal Code Distance 2 mi 5 mi 10 mi 30 mi 50 mi Search by Postal Code Search by...

In Person

Barback

  • Prost DC
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Prost is a Bavarian Beer Hall serving a uthentic Bavarian dishes, a rotating list of 11 German and Austrian draft beers, craft cocktails, and ample outdoor seating make Prost a true hidden gem in DC...

In Person

Barback

  • Lucky Danger - Arlington
  • Arlington, VA (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 18 days ago

The Role The Barback is the 'Engine' of the bar. You are the reason the bartenders can focus on the guests....

In Person

Barback

  • Lucky Danger - Chinatown
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 18 days ago

The Role The Barback is the 'Engine' of the bar. You are the reason the bartenders can focus on the guests....

In Person

Barback

  • Jackson's
  • Reston, VA (16 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Reston, VA (16 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Then our Barback position would be a great opportunity for you! Our Barbacks are dedicated professionals that offer the highest level of support for our guests and bartenders in the back bar....

In Person

Barback / Polisher

  • Alegria Bar
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 21 days ago

Required Years of Experience 0-1 years Job Details Proposed Schedule: Thursday: 5PM-11PM Friday: 5-11PM Saturday: 2PM-11PM We are looking for an energetic, friendly, professional individual who...

In Person

Retail/Bar Porter - Walter E. Washington Convention Center

  • UnitedStates
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Apply now Title: Retail/Bar Porter - Walter E. Washington Convention Center Requisition #: 652458 Location: Washington, DC, US, 20001 Career Area: Corporate + Field Support Description: Job...

In Person

Barback - Matchbox VA

  • Thompson Hospitality Corporation
  • Ashburn, VA (19 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (19 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Attention to detail in crafting cocktails and setting up the bar presentation according to established standards....

In Person

Barback

  • Arlo Washington D.C.
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Barbacks support the bartending team by maintaining organization, preparing ingredients, stocking all areas, and assisting with service needs similar to a Server Assistant....

In Person

Concessions Barback Seasonal Part-Time LIV GOLF - VIRGINIA

  • Oakview Group
  • Sterling, VA (18 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (18 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 26 days ago

Position Summary The Concessions Barback supports the bar operations during the LIV Golf Tournament by ensuring bartenders have everything they need to provide fast and efficient service....

In Person Part Time

Barback

  • HHM Hospitality
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Derwood, MD)
  • 27 days ago

Overview Opportunity: Barback Prepare and service bars operating within the hotel in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards....

In Person

Demographic Data for Derwood, MD

Moving to Derwood, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Derwood, MD below.


Local
National
17,003
466
Medium/Sm

Bar Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Terror! - "The Bar"
30 September 1956. For over a century Algeria has been a colony of France and the Algerians are fed up with it. A young Algerian woman visits a bar in the European quarter of Algiers. She orders...
Lifers: Behind Bars
This groundbreaking documentary series shows what it is like to serve a long-term prison sentence in Britain, from the moment of sentencing through to release. Filmed over a year with...
FASTER! - "The Bar Code"
The barcode shortened check-out times, advanced the global supply chain, accelerated next-day delivery, and made same-day delivery possible. Theyre scanned some 6 billion times a day around the...

Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Derwood, MD

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bar Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in Derwood, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Master's Degree
4.4%
Some College
4.3%
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 Derwood, MD
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Bar Staff Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »