Bartender in ALEXANDRIA, Virginia at Royal Restaurant

A beloved Alexandria icon since 1904, The Royal enters a bold new chapter with a scratch-made menu that reimagines classic American fare with a modern twist and seasonal ingredients. The dishes are deliciously plated, blending nostalgic charm with modern flavor. It’s a fresh take on timeless hospitality.

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.

• 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.

• 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.
• TIPS or ServSafe certified (preferred).
• Must meet all applicable age and alcohol service requirements.
• A team player who brings professionalism, energy, accountability, and a positive attitude to every shift.
• Comfortable using POS systems and accurately handling cash and payments.
• Strong multitasking, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a guest-first mindset.
• Proven ability to work quickly and confidently in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing hospitality or quality.

• 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 shift
• 50% off employee dining privileges at any of our ARP locations
• Flexible schedules
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth