Bar Staff Jobs in Virginia

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.

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Bar Staff

  • Broadway, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Broadway, VA
  • 3 days ago

As Bar Staff at the Swan Inn you will bring your experience and passion to pour, mix and serve delicious drinks for our guests....

Bar Porter - Admiral's

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: Assists beverage team members with daily operational duties. Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities. Duties/Responsibilities: Set up and maintain bar supplies...

Ten Sushi Is Hiring Hosts, Food Runners and Barbacks

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago

Ten is Currently Hiring Hosts, Food Runners and Barbacks. We are looking for friendly, engaging, interesting and hospitality-oriented candidates to join our team....

Bar Porter

  • Danville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Danville, VA
  • 7 days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Prior beverage experience preferred. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a Health card. Must understand, speak, read and write English. Must possess excellent...

Bar Back - Saltine - Hilton Norfolk The Maim

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 8 days ago

Overview A Bar Back maintains clean glassware, displayed in a safe manner, ensuring that all equipment is continuously cleaned after each use. This associate works as part of a team to provide...

Barback

  • Dumfries, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Dumfries, VA
  • 11 days ago

The Bar Porter properly stocks and maintains the bar facility. Is responsible to provide a level of service which is gracious, kind, and warm that creates a sense of fondness that is Old-World...

Bar Back

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 22 days ago

Bar Back | Part-Time | Portsmouth Pavilion Location US-VA-Portsmouth Job ID 2025-22540 Location Name Portsmouth Pavilion Category Food and Beverage Type Regular Part-Time Oak View Group Oak View...

Bar Back Part-Time Portsmouth Pavilion

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 27 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Lounge Bar Back

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 27 days ago

The Bar Back role will assist in cleaning the bar, preparing garnishes, ensuring the bar is well stocked with napkins, straws, glassware, garnishes, and all other necessities, and taking on other...

Bar Porter - Hard Rock Cafe (Part Time)

  • Bristol, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Bristol, VA
  • 29 days ago

Overview Responsibilities: The Bar Porter is responsible for the area relative to supplies, equipment and the removal of empty or soiled articles. Creates a high standard of cleanliness to bar,...

Barback

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 30+ days ago

This chic 134 room boutique hotel is home to a signature ground floor restaurant serving hearth inspired Mid-Atlantic cuisine, a cozy craft cocktail bar hidden in the heart of the hotel, and an open-air...

Beverage Bar Porter

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: Assists beverage team members with duties. Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities. Duties/Responsibilities: Assists beverage team members with duties. Maintains...

Barback - matchbox VA

  • McLean, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 30+ days ago

As a Barback, you will play a crucial role in supporting the smooth operation of the bar....

Bar Back - Raleigh Room, The Historic Cavalier Hotel

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago

The Barback will also assist with the setup, break down and cleanup of the bar....

Bar Back Part-Time The Dome - Virginia Beach

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Position Summary The Dome, a premier 5,000-capacity indoor-outdoor music hall in Virginia Beachs Atlantic Park, is seeking hardworking and reliable Barbacks to support our bartending team and ensure...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.5%
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 Virginia
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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