Bartender, The Barns (Variable, up to 20 hours per week, early October 2026 - May 2027)

Job Details: Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA, Position Type: Variable, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Food and Beverage, Pay rate:  $12.77/hour plus tips
Benefits:  Flexible work schedule; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at concessions and the gift shop
Position location:  100% On-site
Contact information: [email protected].  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Nightly setup of the bar including bar stations, preparing fruit/garnishes, filling ice bins, setup of glassware, etc.
Nightly cleanup of the bar including wiping down and sanitizing all bar surfaces, washing bar utensils and small wares, sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, etc.
Ensure all leftover items are properly wrapped, stored, or discarded
POS operation including taking orders and handling payments
Assist patrons with QR codes and QR code ordering
Prepare and serve drinks
Nightly restocking
Wrap and reset silverware
Assist with cleaning/resetting the dining room as needed
Turnover of the bar as needed to set up for special events
Always provide fast and friendly customer service to guests and coworkers
Report any customer service complaints or issues to the Manager on Duty
Assist with opening, closing, and monthly inventory counts as assigned
Follow all Fairfax County Health Department standards.  Maintain the highest level of sanitation practices, safe food handling and storage

Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be able to work weeknights and weekends 
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to work quickly and independently
Must successfully complete a Virginia Alcohol Server Training, ServSafe Training or company approved equivalent course within 30 days of start date 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Regularly required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
Lift/move up to 20 pounds frequently
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach, cut, mix, etc.

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. 

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives.  We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside.  Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact [email protected].  An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.