Bartender

Alexandria, VA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $38,400.00 - $52,800.00

Benefits

competitive pay

Stable company

flexible schedule

Positive culture

Excellent training

Generous 401k

Restaurant Discounts

Meal Discount

top health plan

support programs

Wellness resources

financial assistance

career growth

merit recognition

exclusive discounts

Job Description

Clyde's Restaurant Group is a distinguished leader in the dining industry within the DMV area, boasting a rich history since its establishment in 1963. With its portfolio encompassing 14 unique dining concepts, including well-known establishments like Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, and The Tombs, the group is widely recognized for its exceptional guest service and a robust commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. The group continually evolves to meet modern dining preferences and expects to expand its brand with the opening of Ebbitt House in summer 2026 at Reston Station on the Silver Metro Line. Ebbitt House is set to serve iconic American classics reminiscent of those at Old Ebbitt Grill, complemented by twice-daily happy hours, a vibrant oyster-fueled raw bar, and impressive towering seafood displays, positioning itself as a must-visit restaurant in the region.

The role of Bartender at Clyde's Restaurant Group, especially at the soon-to-open Ebbitt House, offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about hospitality and beverage service. This position is an excellent fit for candidates eager to join a stable and respected company that values skill recognition and professional growth. Bartenders at Clyde's are pivotal in delivering outstanding customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and ensuring memorable guest experiences through expert drink preparation and bar management. The establishment offers competitive pay ranging from $800 to $1100 per week and flexible scheduling options, including part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts, accommodating various lifestyles and needs.

Clyde's emphasizes a positive, respectful work culture where courtesy and dignity are paramount. The team receives comprehensive training through both classroom sessions and on-premises experiences, ensuring every bartender is equipped with the necessary knowledge and techniques. The bartending role involves maintaining cleanliness and organization of the bar area, managing inventory and stock, preparing and serving drinks according to standardized recipes, handling transactions, verifying age compliance, and engaging with customers to foster a friendly, hospitable environment. Employees benefit from a generous 401k plan with immediate participation, exclusive restaurant and meal discounts, comprehensive health plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as wellness and financial assistance programs.

Clyde's Restaurant Group actively promotes career advancement and honors excellence with merit recognitions. Joining Clyde's is not only about securing a job but embarking on a rewarding and progressive hospitality career. The group seeks friendly, hardworking individuals dedicated to hospitality, problem solving, and communication, with prior bartending experience and flexible availability. They encourage diverse applicants and prioritize inclusivity and equal opportunity. The commitment to utilizing the federal E-Verify system ensures legal employment status for all hires, reflecting the group's professionalism and adherence to federal regulations. If you are ready to be part of a growing and vibrant restaurant team that values respect, training, and career growth, applying to Clyde's Restaurant Group as a bartender presents an outstanding opportunity.

Job Requirements

prior bartending experience required
flexible availability including late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays
excellent communication skills
ability to maintain a high level of service
committed to courtesy, dignity, and respect
willingness to interact and socialize with patrons
able to handle customer concerns effectively

Job Qualifications

prior bartending experience
great verbal and written communication skills
friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
problem solving skills to handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
flexible availability to work late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

Job Duties

wipe, clean, and polish the bar counter, shelves, bottles, glasses, and equipment
inventory and stock the bar for setup with beverages, garnishes, and supplies
receive drink orders from patrons and wait staff
mix ingredients including liquor, mixers and juices, sugar, fruit, etc. in preparing orders according to standard recipes
ring drink and food orders from bar patrons into the register
count inventories, requisition products, and restock the bar with beverages, utensils, linen, boutique products, and supplies
stock clean glassware on glass shelves behind the bar
slice, peel, and arrange fruit and other garnishes
disassemble, clean, and reassemble blenders and other equipment
receive, ring up, collect money, and make change for employee shift meals
count and verify banks at the start of the shift, take a revenue report from the register, and count and reconcile banks against sales at the end of the shift
collect and verify waiter banks from the wait staff at the end of the shift
check IDs to verify drinking age
socialize at the bar with patrons to create friendliness
break down the bar at the end of the day and clean counters, shelves, refrigerators, storage cabinets, sinks, floors, and restock to closing par levels