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Entry Level Bar Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

At Bar Louie, we live to SERVE our Guests, our People, and our Communities. We grow by empowering ... this is the perfect entry-level role to start your hospitality career. What You'll Bring ...

At Bar Louie, we live to SERVE our Guests, our People, and our Communities. We grow by empowering ... this is the perfect entry-level role to start your hospitality career. What You'll Bring ...

VA · On-site

$80K - $81K/yr

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney - Entry Level Location: Commonwealth's Attorney's Office Schedule ... This is an excellent opportunity for recent Virginia Bar admittees to gain hands-on litigation ...

Hair Stylist

Maryus, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $27.50/hr

Training & development NOW HIRING EXPERIENCED STYLISTS - FULL-TIME & PART-TIME Blo Blow Dry Bar ... entry-level instruction. • Opportunity to attend Blo's Annual Sales Meeting • Career ...

Hair Stylist

Maryus, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $27.50/hr

Training & development NOW HIRING EXPERIENCED STYLISTS - FULL-TIME & PART-TIME Blo Blow Dry Bar ... entry-level instruction. • Opportunity to attend Blo's Annual Sales Meeting • Career ...

We believe in developing our team members, with many of our supervisors starting in entry-level ... Serves wine, draft or bottled beer, and food to bar guests according to hotel standards. * Collect ...

We believe in developing our team members, with many of our supervisors starting in entry-level ... Serves wine, draft or bottled beer, and food to bar guests according to hotel standards. * Collect ...

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Server/Bartender

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$2.13 - $50/hr

Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of bar and serving areas * Adhere to safety and health ... Recommend and upsell menu items to increase sales Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level experience ...

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How much do entry level bar jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level bar in Virginia is $14.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.92 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get your first entry level bar job?

To get your first entry level bar job, you should gain basic customer service skills, demonstrate a positive attitude, and be prepared to work flexible hours. Having a valid food handler or alcohol service permit may be required, and applying in person or through online job boards can increase your chances of securing an entry-level position.

What is an entry level bar job?

Entry level bar jobs are positions in bars, pubs, or restaurants that require little to no prior experience in the hospitality industry. These roles often include bartenders, barbacks, and servers who assist with preparing drinks, serving customers, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness. Entry level bar jobs are a great way to gain experience, develop customer service skills, and learn about the beverage industry. Many people use these positions as a starting point for advancing to higher-level roles, such as lead bartender or bar manager. Training is usually provided on the job, making it accessible for those new to the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level bartender?

To thrive as an Entry Level Bartender, you need basic knowledge of drink recipes, good customer service skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with POS systems, bar tools, and sometimes a responsible beverage service certification are commonly required. Strong multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills help bartenders exceed customer expectations and handle busy shifts. These abilities are crucial for providing excellent service, ensuring safety, and maintaining smooth bar operations.

What does an entry level bartender do?

As an entry-level bartender, you'll typically be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of beverages, keeping the bar area clean and organized, restocking supplies, and interacting with customers to ensure a positive experience. You'll also learn to follow recipes and portion guidelines, handle cash and process payments, and check IDs to verify legal drinking age. Collaboration with servers, kitchen staff, and other bartenders is common to ensure efficient service, and you'll gradually build your knowledge of drink menus and customer preferences as you gain experience.
What are the most commonly searched types of Bar jobs in Virginia? The most popular types of Bar jobs in Virginia are:
Infographic showing various Entry Level Bar job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,442 per year, or $14.6 per hour.

Hair Color Bar Assistant, Licensed Cosmetologist

Madison Reed

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$26 - $27/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Madison Reed rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 41 rated hair and beauty


Job description

Hair Color Bar Assistant, Licensed Cosmetologist

The Hair Color Bar Assistant at Madison Reed Hair Color Bar supports the Licensed Colorists and Shift Lead to provide a seamless guest experience from arrival to departure as you learn the services and work towards your next role. You love beauty and hair color, and you pride yourself on helping guests find the best color for them and executing their service with perfection.

The Madison Reed Hair Color Bar Assistant is the expert on Madison Reed consultations, hair care products, shampooing and conditioning, blowout services, unlimited roots membership program and subscriptions while learning and practicing services offered. Learning how to connect with guests and fellow team members to foster a focused and friendly work environment, meet the demands of a busy day, keeping the environment clean and organized while building relationships and supporting each other, the Hair Color Bar Assistant is in training for promotion to Licensed Colorist. #livelifecolorfully

This role reports to the Manager, can be full or part time depending on business needs and requires availability at peak times to best serve our guest needs.

At Madison Reed, we aim to pay competitively. Compensation for this role consists of base hourly pay, commissions, and tips. Potential earnings for this location range from $26 - $27 per hour. Actual compensation contingent on factors including Hair Color Bar performance, tenure, and time behind the chair.

Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrate and develop teamwork skills to provide a guest experience aligned with our values of Love, Joy, Trust, Courage and Responsibility.
  • Perform behind-the-chair services such as assisting in finishing services and shampooing and conditioning services, styling, blowouts, hot tool styling, treatment and toner services, and add on product application per guest request.
  • Contribute to achieving monthly sales goals and other key performance indicators, including but not limited to: retail sales, services, memberships.
  • Ensure Hair Color Bar meets company standards as it relates to cleanliness, merchandising, inventory, company asset security.
  • Adhere to protocols regarding Madison Reed systems, policies, processes and procedures.
  • Drive Hair Color Bar revenue through increasing the average service ticket through additional services, sales of unlimited roots memberships, subscriptions, home hair care and more.
  • Take a proactive approach by demonstrating the willingness to learn and complete the Assistant
  • Colorist to Colorist Training including mastering color theory and developing behind the chair application skills to grow your career within Madison Reed

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, team members will regularly stand, walk for four plus consecutive hours; repetitive and regular bending and twisting at the waist; manipulating fingers and hands, bend and reach wrists and arms, reach with hands and arms or move up to ten pounds. May occasionally sit, kneel, stoop, crouch, and lift, push, pull up to ten pounds. Additionally, team members will communicate regularly with guests via ongoing conversations and consultations.

Qualifications:
  • Active cosmetology license in the state in which you are applying.
  • Entry level experience in any customer service or retail sales environment; salon or beauty industry experience preferred.
  • Effective communication, strong problem solving and people skills, in a fast-paced retail or salon environment.
  • Comfortable operating point of sale systems
  • Fluency in English
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & FSA (FT Only)
  • Employee Assistance Program (FT and PT)
  • Pre-tax Commuter (Parking & Transit) Basic (FT Only *)
  • Life AD&D (FT Only)
  • Short & Long-term Disability (FT Only)
  • Accident Insurance (FT Only)
  • Critical Illness Hospital (FT Only)
  • Hospital Indemnity (FT Only)
  • Parental Leave* (FT Only - Dependent on Tenure and Position)
  • Team Member Discount: Working Advantage (FT & PT)
  • Pet Insurance (FT & PT)
  • One Medical Membership (FT & PT)
  • The College Tuition Benefit (FT & PT)
  • 401k Plans (FT & PT)
  • Paid Vacation Time (FT Only)
  • Paid Holidays (FT & PT)

 *Additional benefits may be available depending on geographic location

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, team members will regularly stand, walk for four plus consecutive hours; repetitive and regular bending and twisting at the waist; manipulating fingers and hands, bend and reach wrists and arms, reach with hands and arms or move up to ten pounds. May occasionally sit, kneel, stoop, crouch, and lift, push, pull up to ten pounds. Additionally, team members will communicate regularly with guests via ongoing conversations and consultations.

Equal Opportunity Statement Madison Reed is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, training, compensating, and promoting our employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do, from the way we craft our job descriptions to the values we espouse daily.Pay Transparency The posted pay range for this role represents the expected compensation for this position. Actual offers are determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, skills, and location.Background Checks & Fair Chance We comply with all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other applicable laws within the city, county, and state candidates are located.Accommodations We value inclusion and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to complete the interview process. If you require an accommodation, please contact hiring@madison-reed.com as early as possible.
Note to Recruiters Madison Reed does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing vendors or search firms and does not pay fees for any such resumes. All unsolicited resumes are considered the property of Madison Reed.


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