Craft Cocktail Bartender - Upsell & Guest-First Service

200main; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison’s Restaurant in Highlands, NC is seeking a bartender to deliver high‑level, personable service across Madison’s, Hummingbird Lounge, The Wine Garden and Rooftop Terrace. You will mix, garnish and present cocktails while maintaining exceptional guest experiences in a fast‑paced setting.

Ideal candidates have bartending and server experience, strong communication, and a friendly, guest‑oriented attitude. Must be 21+, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and thrive in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Bartending and server experience required.
• Excellent communication skills are important for this position.
• Must be guest oriented and friendly.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, personable, and professional service to guests.
• Prepare consistently excellent cocktails.
• Check IDs to verify age for alcohol purchases.
• Memorize the beer, wine, and cocktail list and menus by location.
• Use Micros POS system for orders.
• Manage multiple tables at once and multitask under pressure.
• Upsell and work well with a team.
• Ensure outlets are stocked for the day.
• Keep bars clean and complete checklists.
• Provide service that exceeds guests’ expectations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Guest oriented

Upselling

Teamwork

Multitasking

Basic math skills

Tools

Micros POS

Job description

Madison’s Restaurant in Highlands, NC is seeking a bartender to deliver high‑level, personable service across Madison’s, Hummingbird Lounge, The Wine Garden and Rooftop Terrace. You will mix, garnish and present cocktails while maintaining exceptional guest experiences in a fast‑paced setting.

Ideal candidates have bartending and server experience, strong communication, and a friendly, guest‑oriented attitude. Must be 21+, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and thrive in a team environment.