Head Bartender

Albi is seeking a career-minded Head Bartender to take the lead among our team of professionals, organizing daily service and recurring prep, while setting the standard for excellent service and guest-focused hospitality each night. We are looking for individuals who have the desire to combine a tireless appetite for knowledge with a high level of anticipation & awareness to create a team-based, confident, warm, & personal service. The Head Bartender will work closely with our Bar Director to set the tone for service at our intimate 9-seat bar - an ideal opportunity to explore the creative possibilities of cocktail pairings and continue to refine one's knowledge of wine, spirits, and cocktail development as a part of our dynamic beverage team.

Albi is the nationally recognized debut restaurant from chef/owner Michael Rafidi. Chef Rafidi takes inspiration from his family’s roots in Palestine, bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region’s coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal, Mid-Atlantic ingredients and a refined culinary acumen. 

Since opening, Albi has attracted significant critical attention, earning inclusion on national Best New Restaurant lists in Eater, Robb Report and Esquire, and was named Eater DC's Restaurant of the Year. In 2022, and 2023 Albi was awarded One Star Michelin. In 2024, Chef Michael Rafidi won Outstanding Chef awarded by The James Beard Foundation. Most recently, Albi was named #1 Restaurant by Washingtonian and The Washington Post for 2025, as well having been included on the inaugural list of the 50 Best Restaurants in North America by The World's 50 Best Restaurants.

Candidate Pre-Requisites: 
High Level of Interest in Wine & Spirits
Excellent Communication Skills
Creative Problem Solving
Ability to Maintain a Clean Work Station
Prioritize Genuine Hospitality
Demonstrate Effective & Thoughtful Service
Wide-Ranging Curiosity & Desire to Learn
Leadership skills
Previous experience in cocktail development
Proficiency in & Adherence to Steps of Service (Server Experience a Plus)

Our style of service is informed by the fine-dining schools Chef Michael Rafidi has learned from, but is approachable & comforting.

Compensation: 
Our Lead Bartender will earn competitive wages, plus tips.

Benefits:
100% Company-paid medical benefits
Paid sick leave
Educational opportunities
Certifications
Dining Discount at YELLOW + Albi
401K match program

Albi offers excellent benefits including group health insurance (eligible after 60 days), 401k (eligible after 1 year), and opportunities to evolve with the company.