Bartender Jobs in District of Columbia

A Bartender plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, interacting with guests, taking orders, and serving snacks and bar food. Bartenders also accept payments, keep the bar well-stocked and clean, and ensure that all standards and legal obligations are met. In addition, they are often the first point of contact for customers and play a key role in establishing a welcoming atmosphere.

Bartenders require a set of specific skills and certifications. In most areas, they need to have a valid bartender's license or certification in responsible alcohol service. Strong customer service skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of drink mixing and garnishing are crucial. Before becoming a Bartender, an individual might start with roles such as a Barback, responsible for assisting the Bartender, a Server in a restaurant or a Host/Hostess. These positions provide valuable customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

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Bartenders and Servers Wanted

  • DC
  • 2 hours ago
  • DC
  • 2 hours ago

Freddie's Beach Bar and Restaurant is hiring Bartenders and Servers. Join NOVA's only LGBTQIA Bar's FABULOUS Team! Send your resume in for an interview....

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details We are in search of bartenders for Brasserie Liberte, a high volume and successful French restaurant in Georgetown....

Bartenders, Barbacks, Setup and Breakdown Crew

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago

un Bartenders, Barbacks, Setup and Breakdown Crew compensation: Depends on the position - We will discuss during our call....

Bartender, Part-Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and...

Bartender- Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 hours ago

As a Bartender, you will be responsible for: Whip up a storm with craft cocktails and mocktails, following our special recipes and standards. Keep our bar area sparkling clean and organized....

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Join Our Team as a Bartender at Ama Restaurant At Ama, we are dedicated to nourishing our guests in both body and soul, leaving them feeling invigorated...

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Bartender role at Cana is unique, as its the main service position on the floor aside from the Server....

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Et Voila Restaurant is looking for motivated, dependable, and hard-working bartender to join our team. Minimum 2 years experience in Bartending....

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Bartender Naval District Washington (NDW) (NAF) $21.99 - $24.73 / hr United States, D.C., Washington 2691 Mitscher Rd Bldg 414 (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Duties Mixes a wide variety of drinks to order...

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and...

Your Only Friend Seeks Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

are going to be real successful, is looking to hire a bartender to become part of their team....

Hiring Bartenders for Warped Tour this Saturday and Sunday

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Hiring Bartenders for Warped Tour this Saturday and Sunday June 14th and 15th!...

Weekend bartenders needed Washington DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Bravo Bravo night club in WASHINGTON, DC is currently hiring NEW bartenders. Must be reliable, honest, at least 21 year old and legal to work in the USA....

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Bartender is an essential part of the Dacha team who, along with other team members, is in charge of the customer experience....

Bartender

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Jackie is hiring a few exceptional bartenders....

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in District of Columbia

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 Bartender positions.



Highest Education Level

Bartenders in District of Columbia offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
3.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

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


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