Bartender

Kindred Hospitality Group•Mooresville, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We're hiring skilled, hospitality-driven bartenders to join our front-of-house team as we open Deepwell — the newest full-service restaurant from the Kindred Hospitality group. This is a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment suited to bartenders who take pride in genuine hospitality, deep food and beverage knowledge, and creating a memorable experience for every guest. Deepwell is an upscale casual restaurant and part of a growing local restaurant group, with several other restaurants in the area owned by Joe & Katy Kindred. Our culinary team has earned numerous James Beard Foundation nominations along with other national and local accolades. We're known for seasonally-driven menus, craft beer and cocktail programs, and stellar wine lists — and we're looking for team members who bring the same level of care to the guest experience that our kitchen brings to the plate.

Requirements

Previous bartending experience required; upscale or high-volume bar experience strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of classic and craft cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine, or a strong willingness to learn
Ability to thrive behind a busy bar during high-volume, fast-paced shifts while maintaining composure and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to stand and work for extended periods; ability to lift kegs and cases as needed
Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
Must meet minimum age requirements for serving alcohol per NC state law

Responsibilities

Craft and pour cocktails, draft beer, and wine selections with precision and consistency
Maintain deep working knowledge of the cocktail, beer, and wine programs, including seasonal changes
Deliver warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service throughout each guest's visit
Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of daily menu changes, preparation methods, and ingredients
Engage guests at the bar with warm, attentive service and thoughtful recommendations
Accurately and efficiently execute drink orders for both bar guests and the dining room
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar throughout service
Verify guest age and identification in compliance with NC alcohol service laws
Communicate effectively with servers and kitchen staff to ensure well-paced, accurate service
Process orders and payments accurately using the restaurant's POS system
Uphold the restaurant's standards for hospitality and responsible alcohol service at all times
Work collaboratively as part of a team during high-volume, fast-paced shifts