compensation:
Service Staff earn $15.79/hr + variable tip pool-based gratuity; Kitchen Staff average $21/hr* (*$18.81/hr base + variable $2 - $5 Service Fee/Sales Bonus). Benefits: PSL, Flexible Scheduling, Staff Meals & Beverages, and Other Benefits.
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Server / Bartender
Bang Up to the Elephant A plant-based restaurant, cocktail bar, and event venue in Capitol Hill
We’re looking for friendly, reliable people to join our team. We offer a well-run, low-drama environment where thoughtful work and good people are respected.
CURRENT POSITIONS AVAILABLE NOW (actively hiring):
Cook-Line Staff income average $21/hr* (*$18.81/hr base + variable Sales Bonus of $2-$5/hr).
Service Staff income is $15.79/hr base + pooled tips.
WHY WORK WITH US:
- Calm, organized stations; no chaos, no micro-managing
- Chill, respectful coworkers –and the guests are genuinely kind, too
- Consistently stocked bar + kitchen (no 86s)
- No passive-aggressive machismo-like behavior or attitudes)
- Understanding and considerate scheduling; we work to live, not live to work
(also, no unrequested "clopens" or "doubles")
- Ultra-low staff turnover (28% vs. industry avg. 100%+)
- No “trial shifts” or “stages” BS; work = pay.
TO APPLY:
Resumes are welcome to get our attention. But, more importantly, write us a brief introduction:
- Why you’d like to work here
- What you’d bring to our crew
- At least one professional and one personal reference (with contact info)
Or stop by between 4–6pm, Sunday–Thursday, for a brief introductory chat in person.
PERKS & PRACTICAL STUFF:
- Flexible full- or part-time hours
- Organized, safe, and functioning work environment
- Weekly pay (via direct deposit), free staff meals, paid sick leave (PSL), friends & family discounts
- Movie nights + the best plant-based popcorn ever
- We follow all health and sanitation guidelines –seriously
ALSO ACCEPTING INTEREST FOR POTENTIAL FUTURE OPENINGS:
Bartender · Server · Dishwasher/Porter · Expo · Prep Cook · Host · Runner · Barista · Captain Roles · Management · Events Coordinator
**Income of various roles are based on assorted factors as previously stated, but also including knowledge, skills, and experience.
Of course, work is always work. But it’s a quite a bit better when at least the people next to you are kind and the place runs rationally. That’s what we’ve built –and this works because of basic mutual respect and looking out for each other. We look forward to meeting you soon.