Wellness Bar Mixologist Bartender & Barista

Preserve Life Corp; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Nutrition Nest At Preserve Life, located near Atlanta, GA, seeks a Wellness Barz Mixologist Bartender to blend artful mixology with functional nutrition and hospitality. You will craft juices, smoothies, and mocktails while guiding guests on wellness pathways.

You’ll educate guests on functional ingredients, curate wellness beverage pairings, and help manage bar operations in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years bartending/mixology experience in restaurant, hotel, or wellness-focused venue.
• Knowledge of juice, smoothie, and mocktail preparation.
• Certified in responsible alcohol service (TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, or equivalent).
• Interest in wellness, nutrition, and functional ingredients.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Wellness Beverage Creation: craft cold-pressed juices, nutrient-dense smoothies, and functional mocktails.
• Guest Education & Service: educate guests on functional ingredients and wellness pathways.
• Bar Operations Management: maintain a clean, stocked bar, assist with cash reconciliation and reports.
• Contribute to seasonal beverage program development and inventory planning.

Skills

Mixology

Guest service

Communication

Wellness interest

Education

TIPS/ServSafe Alcohol certification

Tools

POS tablets

Bar printer

Job description

About Nutrition Nest At Preserve Life

At Nutrition Nest, we’re redefining how people experience beverages. Imagine a bar where every drink nourishes the body, educates the guest, and elevates wellbeing. Located on 1,200+ acres of pristine forest with spring-fed lakes, just West of Atlanta, Preserve Life combines clinical wellness, nutrition science, and hospitality to transform everyday indulgences into healing experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Opening December 2025.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Wellness Barz Mixologist Bartender to become both beverage artisan and wellness guide. This role combines mixology artistry with functional nutrition, crafting drinks that delight the senses while supporting guest wellness pathways.

Your Mission

Create personalized, wellness-focused drinks that elevate health and joy.

Your Impact

Educate guests on functional ingredients and transform beverage culture.

Your Stage

Wellness Bar — the hub for coffees, juices, smoothies, mocktails, and mindful wines.

What You’ll Do

Wellness Beverage Creation (40%)

• Craft cold-pressed juices using organic greenhouse produce
• Create nutrient-dense smoothies with adaptogens and superfoods
• Design functional mocktails with botanicals and wellness syrups
• Curate organic and biodynamic wine selections aligned with pathways
• Prepare daily garnishes, syrups, and fresh juice bases

Guest Education & Service (25%)

• Engage guests with beverage menu aligned to wellness pathways
• Provide recommendations such as: “For your HARMONY pathway, may I suggest our Hibiscus Refresher for heart support?”
• Educate on functional ingredients and their health benefits
• Offer mindful wine pairings with menus and pathways

Bar Operations Management (20%)

• Execute daily pre-service setup and ingredient preparation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar
• Use bar station printer/POS tablets for efficient order flow
• Support Restaurant Manager in cash reconciliation and reports

Other Contributions (15%)

• Contribute to seasonal and themed beverage program development
• Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs
• Support wellness workshops and special events
• Participate in team training and continuous learning

Required Qualifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years bartending/mixology experience (restaurant, hotel, or wellness-focused)
• Strong knowledge of juice, smoothie, and mocktail preparation
• Certified in responsible alcohol service (TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, or equivalent)
• Interest in wellness, nutrition, and functional ingredients
• Excellent guest service and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in juice bars, wellness centers, or farm-to-glass programs
• Knowledge of adaptogens, botanicals, and functional nutrition
• Wine knowledge with focus on organic/biodynamic practices
• Nutrition education or wellness-related certifications

Core Competencies

• Creative mixology using functional ingredients
• Engaging guest education and storytelling
• Strong organization and cleanliness standards
• Collaboration across kitchen, FOH, and greenhouse teams
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment
• Passion for wellness and continuous learning

WHY JOIN NUTRITION NEST AT PRESERVE LIFE

• Be part of the first wellness-focused experiential beverage program
• Training in advanced mixology and nutrition science
• Career path to Head Mixologist or Beverage Program Manager
• Collaborate with chefs and nutritionists on pairings
• Design seasonal beverage menus using greenhouse ingredients
• Experiment with adaptogens, botanicals, and wellness innovations
• Discounts on Preserve Life wellness services and retail
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance