Bar back / Drink runner & behind-the-scenes energy

Our bar isn't background noise, it's the heartbeat of the room. As bar back, you keep that heartbeat steady: stocked, clean, fast, ready. You'll work shoulder to shoulder with bartenders who treat cocktails like craft, in a space built by and for Asheville's creative community.

$12/hr + tips

What you'll do

• Keep the bar stocked, ice full, and garnishes prepped before the rush hits
• Bus and reset the bar top so bartenders never break stride
• Run drinks, glassware, and supplies between bar and floor
• Break down kegs, restock coolers, and manage backstock with a sharp eye
• Jump in on deep cleans and closing duties as a real teammate, not an afterthought

Qualifications

What you bring

• A fast pace and a level head when the room gets loud
• Genuine hustle and pride in the small details
• Comfort lifting kegs and cases, standing for a full shift
• A team-first attitude, no ego required
• Curiosity about the craft, bar experience is a plus but not a must

Why join us

The Radical is a launchpad, not a landing spot. Plenty of our bartenders started right here, backing the bar. You'll learn the craft from people who take it seriously, in a River Arts District hotel that pulls its energy from local artists, makers, and neighbors. Expect loud nights, good music, and a crew that has your back.

Benefits

401(k)

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Hilton discounts worldwide

F&B discounts

Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.