Craft Cocktail Bartender – Downtown Asheville (Evening Position)
An intimate, soulful cocktail lounge in downtown Asheville is seeking a skilled Craft Cocktail Bartender to join its opening team. The space features weekly live jazz performances and a curated beverage program - no food service at this time (limited food program launching at a later date). We’re looking for someone who values quality, professionalism, consistency, and meaningful connection, and who can help create an elevated yet welcoming guest experience.
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Schedule: Evenings, Wednesday–Sunday (winter 2025 hours)
Compensation: Hourly rate + shared tip pool (with co-bartender and occasional bar back)
Benefits: PTO and optional health care subscription after one year of employment
Responsibilities:
-Craft and serve exceptional cocktails with attention to flavor balance, presentation, and speed
-Execute and maintain batch cocktail production with accuracy and consistency
-Demonstrate strong working knowledge of wine, beer, and spirits
-Handle cash-handling and nightly deposit responsibilities with precision
-Serve as a key holder, ensuring proper opening and closing procedures
-Maintain bar organization, cleanliness, and adherence to ABC and sanitation regulations
-Collaborate with co-bartenders and occasional bar back to ensure seamless operations
-Provide professional, polished, and personable service to every guest
Qualifications:
-Minimum 2 years experience in a craft cocktail or upscale hospitality environment
-Excellent understanding of classic and modern cocktail technique
-Confident knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer
-Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented
-Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods
-Availability Wednesday–Sunday evenings, winter 2025
-Resume & References required for consideration
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, references and a short note about your bartending background and availability.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
