Bartender | Bold Rock Cider - Mills River, NC

Bold Rock Hard Cider; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Referral Program

Flexible Schedules

Ample Product Discounts

Opportunities for Growth

Job summary

Bold Rock Hard Cider in Mills River is hiring a Bartender to provide exceptional hospitality and craft beverage service. As a Bartender, you will engage with guests, prepare drinks, and ensure the bar is well-maintained and stocked. This role requires a passion for craft beverages and a strong ability to communicate product knowledge.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a team, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a passion for hospitality and craft beverages.
• Experience with craft cocktails is desired.
• At least one year of related experience required.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.
• Greet guests timely and maintain a clean bar.
• Enter orders accurately into the POS system.
• Ensure timely order preparation with kitchen staff.
• Follow all Alcohol Service laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of craft cocktails

Team collaboration

Tools

Point-of-sale system (POS)

Job description

Join our passionate community brought together by our love for great beer, cider, and the process that makes it all happen. Quality is our thing, and so is staying curious—always learning, tweaking, and pushing to get better at what we do. We’re fired up by the people who enjoy our pours and the teams that make it all possible. If you’re into collaboration, craft, and being part of a tight-knit crew, we’d love to raise a glass with you.

Who We Are & What We Offer

Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!): Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.

• Competitive Compensation
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedules & Ample Product Discounts
• Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands

What We Do

Bold Rock was built on one simple truth: “the land is the brand.” Fueled by a fierce commitment to nature, sustainability, and bringing people together over boldly crafted beverages, Bold Rock took a game‑changing step in 2019 by joining Artisanal Brewing Ventures. With a stronger team and expanded resources behind them, Bold Rock now pours even more focus into crafting unique flavors and unforgettable experiences—rooted deeply in the Blue Ridge Mountains and crafted for those who crave something BOLD.

Bartender

The Bartender will prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages to guests and oversee the stock of liquor and bar supplies. As a Bartender, you will serve as the face of our brand in the taproom, engaging with guests to educate them about our products while delivering an outstanding hospitality experience. This role combines product knowledge with exceptional customer service to create memorable interactions that reflect the values and quality of our brand.

Reports to:

General Manager or Front of House Manager on duty

What You'll Do

• Greet guests timely as they are seated at the bar; ensure bar is clean and that coasters, utensils, napkins, and other needs have been provided
• Prepares and serves liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered from guests and waitstaff
• Accurately and efficiently enter food and beverage orders into the point‑of‑sale (POS) system
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order preparation and delivery
• Completion of all required bar prep, including but not limited to cutting fruit/garnish, making syrups, batching cocktails, etc.
• Maintains a clean, organized bar and ensures it is stocked with clean glassware
• Follows all Alcohol Service laws and is mindful of safe alcohol service, including checking photo IDs
• Processes guest payments by preparing checks and handling transactions through the POS system
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with guests, teammates, and management
• Change, move, and organize kegs as needed
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning and setting up the bar
• Assist with other side work duties such as cleaning the dining area, preparing silverware and refilling condiments
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Who We're Looking For

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a passion for hospitality and craft beverages
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortability with discussing our products in detail with guests
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Experience with craft cocktails is desired
• Ability to operate the point‑of‑sale system (POS)
• At least one year of related experience required
• Prolonged periods standing and walking
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 60 pounds
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including frequent bending, stooping and reaching

Disclaimer: This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.