Bartender at Kindred Restaurant

Kindred Restaurant; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC is seeking skilled bartenders to join the front-of-house team. This fast-paced environment rewards deep beverage knowledge, hospitality, and guest-focused service with a memorable experience.

We value accuracy, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to daily menu changes while maintaining a polished bar program and welcoming atmosphere for every guest who visits our upscale casual venue.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience required, upscale or high-volume preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine, or willingness to learn.
• Ability to stay composed and accurate during busy shifts while maintaining hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Craft and pour cocktails, draft beer, and wine with precision.
• Maintain deep knowledge of cocktail, beer, and wine programs including seasonal changes.
• Deliver warm, attentive, knowledgeable service throughout each guest's visit.

Skills

Bartending experience

Upscale/high-volume bar

Cocktails knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Stamina for long shifts

Night/weekend/holiday shifts

Age verification compliance

Tools

POS system

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Position Summary

We're hiring skilled, hospitality-driven bartenders to join our front-of-house team at Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC. 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.

About Us

Kindred is an upscale casual restaurant and the flagship 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 servers who bring the same level of care to the guest experience that our kitchen brings to the plate.

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

Qualifications

• 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $4/hr + tips
• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Employee Discount
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunity for growth within a multi-location restaurant group

Job Type:

Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

Night shift

Restaurant Type:

Upscale casual