Head Bartender

Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.

30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia

40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia

Just a bit over an hour from Reston, Loudoun County, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

Why join our team:

We offer:

Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)

Paid time off (Full time employees)

401(k) retirement plan with match

On-the-job training

Employee education allowance

Advancement potential

Flexible schedules

Employee appreciation events

Complimentary uniforms

Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs

Referral bonuses

Competitive pay

SUMMARY

Responsible for overseeing the liquor, beer, and N/A beverage program at Patty O’s Cafe. The Bar Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and implementing a cocktail list that is on par with our sister restaurant, the 3-Star Michelin Inn at Little Washington, and raises the bar, for our Café. The Bar Supervisor will uphold restaurant and hotel standards and create a friendly and educational work environment for staff while being the leader of the bar team. Duties include, but are not limited to; assisting with purchasing, receiving, storage, distribution and security of all liquor and beverage products, daily maintenance of all cocktail lists, updating and keeping POS system current, staff training, COGS tracking, and assisting with month end and daily beverage inventory. Daily/nightly bartending duties are part of this job as well. In addition, the Bar Supervisor is responsible for organization, upkeep, and cleanliness of the bar and beverage/liquor storage units.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Daily/nightly Bar service at Patty O’s Café

Helps to create Patty O’s cocktails list, which changes seasonally

3. Assists with Liquor Inventory to be completed and emailed to DOW on the 1st of each month.

4. Meeting Forbes and Patty O’s standards; including all aspects of guest service delivery – especially timing of service delivery.

5. BTG Wine Knowledge

6. Responsible for updating and printing accurate cocktail/spirit menus

7. Responsible for ensuring accurate beer/wine/cocktail menus are updated on website.

8. Responsible for educating staff on new cocktail offerings prior to them going live with guests

9. Implement creative liquor program that includes a focus on both classic and current creation cocktails that can be made and served within Forbes/Chef’s time standards.

10. Communicate all 86’d beer/wine/liquors to staff daily.

11. Monitor and maintain cleanliness and working condition of departmental equipment, supplies and work areas.

12. HotSOS/Maintenance communication

13. Assist management with planning of the weekly schedule for the Bartenders.

14. Review Bartenders timecards in Paycom and process the necessary corrections to ensure payroll accuracy.

15. Assist with creating and implementing beverage training for the staff.

16. Ensures that staff follow Patty O’s policies and procedures, including Grooming Standards.

17. Assist in training and educating new staff members about Inn culture and Forbes Standards.

Perform other duties as directed, developed, or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

High School graduate

Knowledge of standard drink recipes

Working knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer.

Minimum 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages

Experience as a bartender and/or cocktail server

Ability to read, white and speak English fluently to effectively interact with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding

Fine Dining Experience

Customer Service skills

Availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Available to work AM/PM & night shift.

Desirable:

Certification of previous training in liquor, wine and food service.

Any previous culinary training.

Certification in alcohol awareness program.

Knowledge of Computerized P.O.S. systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs.

Able to continuously bend, reach and twist.