Bartender in ALEXANDRIA, Virginia at Mias Italian Kitchen VA

NewSalary: $2.13 - $2.13/hrEmployment Type: Part-TimeExperience Level: 1-2 YearsMinimum Education: H.S. Diploma/Equivalent
Mias Italian Kitchen VA
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, 22314, United States
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Job Description

Position Description:
From nonna’s kitchen to your table, enjoy authentic Italian at Mia’s Italian Kitchen in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Our robust menu calls upon all the nostalgia with made-from-scratch family recipes that are designed for sharing. Craveable comforts come by the way of Mia’s Family-Style Dining, classic starters, salads and sandwiches, housemade pasta, 800-degree, brick oven pan pizzas and more. Take in the heart of King Street with our outdoor seating. Join us daily for lunch and dinner, during the weekday for our extended happy hour and on the weekends for brunch.

You’ll create more than great cocktails. You’ll create memorable guest experiences. As a bartender, you’ll bring energy, expertise, and genuine hospitality to every shift while keeping a fast-paced bar running smoothly. From crafting exceptional drinks to building relationships with guests, you’ll set the tone for an experience worth coming back for.

Alexandria Restaurant Partners locations include Ada’s on the River, Barca Pier & Wine Bar, Café Tu Tu Tango, Mia’s Italian Kitchen, Palette 22, Joe Theismann’s, The Royal, and Vola’s Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge.
Position Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Craft and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
  • Deliver engaging, personalized hospitality while building genuine connections with guests.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of classic and specialty cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and ingredients.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, fully stocked bar that is always ready for service.
  • Manage multiple priorities during high-volume shifts while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Accurately process orders, payments, and cash transactions using the POS system.
  • Anticipate guest needs and make thoughtful recommendations based on preferences.
  • Work closely with servers, barbacks, managers, and kitchen teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
  • Follow all responsible alcohol service guidelines and company policies.
  • Take ownership of product quality, presentation, cleanliness, and the overall guest experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Qualifications -
  • Minimum of 3 years of bartending experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant or bar environment.
    • Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and responsible alcohol service.
    • Proven ability to work quickly and confidently in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing hospitality or quality.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a guest-first mindset.
    • Strong multitasking, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.
    • Comfortable using POS systems and accurately handling cash and payments.
    • A team player who brings professionalism, energy, accountability, and a positive attitude to every shift.
    • Must meet all applicable age and alcohol service requirements.
    • TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certified (preferred).
    Additional Information: People are the core of our business. That’s why our benefits include:
    • Health, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees
    • 401(k)
    • Paid time off for full-time employees
    • Daily family meals before every brunch, lunch, and dinner service
    • 50% off employee dining privileges at any of our ARP locations
    • Flexible schedules
    • Opportunity for personal and professional growth

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    ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, 22314, United States

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