The Oak Room in Georgetown seeks experienced servers with a fine dining background to deliver exceptional hospitality. Ideal candidates have a passion for providing personalized service in an elevated dining environment. The venue offers a unique opportunity to work in a new, upscale lounge concept.
How do I get a cocktail server job in Washington, D.C.?
The fastest route in Washington, D.C. is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Washington, D.C. bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a cocktail server in Washington, D.C.?
Plenty of Washington, D.C. venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most cocktail server jobs here.
How much do cocktail servers make in Washington, D.C.?
Table and bottle service across U Street, Adams Morgan and the 14th Street Corridor drives Washington, D.C.'s best cocktail-server nights. Most working Washington, D.C. cocktail servers take home roughly $210–$530 on a strong night with tips.
What is Startender?
Startender is a private, invite-only network where Washington, D.C. venues discover and book hospitality talent directly — bartenders, servers, cooks, chefs, hosts and more. It’s free for talent: build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found by real restaurants, bars and clubs.
