About AG Restaurant & Lounge
AG Restaurant & Lounge is Washington, DC’s premier Afro-Caribbean fine dining and nightlife destination. Blending the rich flavors of African and Caribbean culture with modern luxury, AG offers a sophisticated dining experience by day and a vibrant lounge atmosphere by night. Our mission is to deliver excellence in hospitality, ambiance, and cultural celebration across two elegant levels in the heart of the city.
Position Overview
The Bottle Service Hostess is a key part of AG’s nightlife and VIP experience. This role combines elegance, energy, and hospitality to ensure that every guest — especially those reserving bottle service or VIP tables — receives an exceptional, seamless, and luxurious experience. The ideal candidate is confident, personable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a high-end, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome and seat VIP guests with warmth, professionalism, and a luxury demeanor.
- Manage and organize bottle service reservations, floor charts, and VIP sections.
- Present bottle menus and provide knowledgeable recommendations on premium selections, mixers, and enhancements.
- Coordinate bottle presentations with servers, bartenders, and barbacks for a visually impressive guest experience.
- Maintain a polished and professional image that reflects AG’s upscale brand.
- Build rapport with regular guests and high-profile clientele to encourage repeat visits.
- Ensure bottle service areas remain clean, organized, and stocked at all times.
- Accurately process payments and handle POS transactions for bottle service and lounge tabs.
- Support event activations, themed nights, and private bookings as directed by management.
- Monitor guest conduct to ensure a safe, positive environment in compliance with lounge policies and DC regulations.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in bottle service, VIP hosting, or upscale hospitality.
- Strong knowledge of premium spirits, champagne, and cocktail mixers.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and multitasking skills.
- Professional appearance, confident personality, and graceful presence.
- Ability to thrive under pressure in a lively nightlife setting.
- Must be 21 years or older and hold a valid DC Alcohol Server Certification.
- Availability to work late nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Attributes
- Passion for Afro-Caribbean culture, music, and entertainment.
- High energy and enthusiasm balanced with professionalism.
- Team player with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Established network or clientele in the DC nightlife scene is a plus.
- Interest in career growth within AG’s hospitality and events group.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate plus tips and commission on bottle sales.
- Staff meals and employee discounts.
- Opportunities for advancement and brand event involvement.
- Dynamic, culturally rich, and luxury-focused work environment.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a recent professional photo.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
