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 Back, Club - Colonial Downs

  • VA
  • 19 hours ago
  • VA
  • 19 hours ago

Levy Sector Position Title: BAR BACK @ COLONIAL DOWNS Pay Range: $0.00 to $0.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID...

Lounge Barback

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 1 day ago

Norfolk Waterside Marriott 235 East Main Street Norfolk, VA 23510 405 Room Hotel Managed By Concord Hospitality Enterprises Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn...

Restaurant & Bar Server

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

JW Marriott Reston Station 1840 Reston Row Plaza | Reston, VA 20190 250 Room Hotel Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn...

Schar Bar Barback

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

Hotels & Resorts Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Full-Time Description Crescent Hotels & Resorts is honored to announce an exciting opportunity for a talented Barback...

Barback

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

KNEAD Hospitality + Design is growing and seeking barbacks for our upcoming opening of The Grill in VA Beach this September! We are actively looking for hospitality professionals now!...

Lounge Bar Back

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 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

  • Bristol, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bristol, VA
  • 6 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,...

Bar Staff

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago

Bar Staff | Seasonal Part-Time | Point Break Location US-VA-Virginia Beach Job ID 2025-23648 Location Name Point Break Category Food & Beverage Management Type Seasonal Part-Time Oak View Group Oak...

Barback (PT)

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 7 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...

Bar Staff Seasonal Part-Time Point Break

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago

Bar Staff | Seasonal Part-Time | Point Break Oak View Group - 3.0 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Part-time | Seasonal Estimated: $26K - $30.2K a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Basic math POS Cash handling...

Bar Back, Club - Colonial Downs

  • New Kent, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • New Kent, VA
  • 17 days ago

Position Title: BAR BACK @ COLONIAL DOWNS Pay Range : $0.00 to $0.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number...

Lounge Barback PART TIME - Norfolk Waterside Marriott

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 22 days ago

We are hiring Lounge Bar Back We are looking for people that have a passion to serve others! Working at our hotel bar and lounge outlets means you are many times the first or last greeting our...

Bar Back

  • New Kent, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • New Kent, VA
  • 25 days ago

Position Title: BAR BACK @ COLONIAL DOWNS Pay Range : $0.00 to $0.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number...

Golf Performance Center - Snack Bar Attendant

  • Henrico, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Henrico, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Do you want to work for one of the Top 10 Country Clubs in the nation? How about one of the Top Workplaces in Richmond, VA? If so, then you've found the right place! The Country Club of Virginia...

Bar Back

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

+ 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 and bottles and...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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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
24.1%
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 Virginia
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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