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Bartender

The Radical

95 Roberts Street
Asheville, NC 28801

Hotel with 70 Rooms
Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management
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Full-Time

About Us

The Radical Hotel Asheville is a bold, design-forward boutique hotel in the River Arts District—home to three distinct food & beverage concepts: Golden Hour Restaurant (Michelin Recommended), Afterglow, and The Roof.

Our beverage program is creative, ingredient-driven, and rooted in genuine hospitality. We’re looking for a talented Bartender who loves craft cocktails, can move with confidence in a high-energy environment, and knows how to make guests feel taken care of.

What You’ll Do

As a Bartender, you’ll be responsible for creating memorable guest experiences through exceptional drinks, service, and vibe.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide warm, professional, and engaging bar service
  • Execute craft cocktails, beer, wine, and NA beverages with consistency and speed
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar, wells, and storage areas
  • Support service bar during peak volume with accuracy and urgency
  • Guide guests through the menu with confident recommendations
  • Assist with prep, batching, garnishes, and inventory rotation
  • Follow all safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service procedures
  • Work collaboratively with FOH + BOH to ensure smooth service across outlets

This role may support shifts at Golden Hour, Afterglow, and/or The Roof depending on scheduling and business needs.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

You’re a great fit if you are:

  • Experienced behind a bar (2+ years preferred)
  • Confident in classic cocktail builds and craft execution
  • Fast, calm, and accurate under pressure
  • Hospitable, polished, and guest-focused
  • Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
  • Excited about creative cocktails and a high-quality beverage program

Bonus Points For:

  • Wine knowledge / WSET exposure
  • High-volume cocktail experience
  • Familiarity with local spirits/beer and seasonal ingredients

Why Work With Us

  • Work within a Michelin Recommended restaurant environment
  • Opportunity to cross-train across three unique concepts
  • Supportive leadership + team culture
  • Growth opportunities within The Radical Hotel
  • Employee dining discounts + hotel perks
  • A fun, creative workplace with serious standards

Job Qualifications

Knowledge of all State, Federal and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.

  •     Hold a current Food Handler Card.
  •     Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service of various alcoholic beverages.
  •     Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes.
  •     Basic English language writing skills necessary for completion of requisitions, and vouchers.
  •     Sufficient manual dexterity in hands to use a knife to make garnish, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock.
  •     Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from customers and communicate simple instructions.
  •     Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.
  •     Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.
  •     Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker.
  •     Ability to transport up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout the shift.   
  •     Lifting Fifty (30) pounds maximum.
  •     Constant standing & walking required.
  •     Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.         
    • Posted April 9, 2026

    About The Radical

    Perfectly situated in Asheville, North Carolina's River Arts District, The Radical is more than a hotel. It's the perfect home base for artists and adventurers, food lovers and outdoorsy types, and families, both born and chosen, to experience a new and wonder-filled retreat.

    About Driftwood Hospitality Management

    Embark on a hospitality career with an inspiring company that not only places a culture of growth at the heart of what we do but also ardently believes in nurturing and advancing our in-house talent. We take immense pride in our notable internal promotion statistics, a testament to our commitment to cultivating your professional development and growth. We're not just looking for the best and brightest — we seek game changers eager to make their mark and grow alongside us as we jointly navigate the path to unprecedented success.

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