Bartender

Are you passionate about the art of hospitality and the craft of a perfect pour? Alma Cocina Latina, a renowned Venezuelan restaurant in Baltimore’s Station North neighborhood, is seeking a Bartender to join our vibrant team.

As a Bartender at Alma, you are one of the primary storytellers of our culture. You’ll work with unique spirits, fresh tropical ingredients, and bold flavors to bring our beverage program to life. This is a role for someone who views the bar as a stage for connection—someone who loves the energy of a busy room, takes pride in the precision of a balanced cocktail, and thrives in a collaborative, creative environment. You’ll join a team that values curiosity, consistency, and care, contributing to a restaurant rooted in culture, community, and imagination.

Just as importantly, our bartenders serve as the primary hosts and servers for guests seated at the bar. You’ll guide them through the full Alma experience—from cocktails and wine to food, pacing, and hospitality—ensuring every guest feels seen, cared for, and welcomed into our story.

A Bit About Us

Alma is more than a restaurant—it’s a space that transports guests into Venezuelan culture through every detail. From deeply imaginative, exquisitely crafted food and cocktails to a forest of plants, purposeful décor, and a welcoming team, we’ve created a home that nurtures well‑being from arrival to farewell.

Key Responsibilities

• Crafting the Experience: Prepare and serve imaginative cocktails, wine, and spirits with precision, personal style, and deep product knowledge.
• Full‑Service Hospitality: Act as both bartender and server for bar guests—guiding them through the menu, taking food orders, pacing courses, and ensuring a seamless dining experience from start to finish.
• Cultivating Connection: Engage guests warmly, offering thoughtful recommendations and sharing the cultural influences behind our food and beverage program.
• Menu Mastery: Maintain strong knowledge of Alma’s food menu, dietary accommodations, and steps of service to support confident, guest‑forward communication.
• Station Mastery: Keep the bar clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service, anticipating needs before they arise.
• Operational Excellence: Manage tabs, process payments accurately, and maintain pace during high‑volume shifts.
• Collaboration: Work seamlessly with servers, kitchen staff, and management to ensure a fluid, unified guest experience.
• Safety & Integrity: Follow all food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service guidelines.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in a high‑standard, excellence‑driven bar or restaurant.
• Deep knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, and wine (experience with Latin American spirits is a major plus).
• Strong understanding of steps of service and the ability to deliver full‑service hospitality at the bar.
• The “Alma” Spirit: Reliable, optimistic team players who stay calm and kind under pressure.
• Communication: Ability and desire to communicate effectively and respectfully with guests and teammates.
• Logistics: High stamina for standing throughout shifts and full‑time availability (including nights and weekends).

What We Offer

• Dining discounts.
• Opportunities for cross‑training and growth within a creative beverage program.
• A supportive team and a vibrant, dynamic work environment.