Bar & Coffee Associate

Cary, NC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Job Description

RH Hospitality is a renowned global hospitality company with over 20 years of experience in delivering exceptional service within distinguished restaurant environments and design galleries worldwide. Known for its innovative approach to blending lifestyle design and hospitality, RH Hospitality aims to redefine the guest experience by creating spaces where the boundaries between home comfort and elevated hospitality seamlessly merge. Their restaurants and bars are crafted to immerse guests in the refined RH lifestyle, emphasizing warmth, elegance, and unmatched service quality. As part of their ongoing expansion, RH Hospitality continues to grow their portfolio of exclusive dining establishments and design galleries located around the world, setting new standards in luxury dining and beverage experiences.

The position of Bar & Coffee Associate at RH Hospitality embodies the company’s commitment to excellence and refined luxury service. This role demands a knowledgeable, service-minded professional dedicated to delivering an elevated beverage experience encompassing wine, coffee, and cocktails. The Wine Bar & Coffee Associate is responsible for guiding guests through their beverage journey with passion and expertise, ensuring every drink prepared and served meets RH’s exacting standards for quality, consistency, and presentation. Candidates for this role should have a deep enthusiasm for expanding their beverage knowledge while providing first-class service within a collaborative and continuously learning culture. The associate will act as a brand ambassador who upholds the image and values of RH by delivering a curated, elegant hospitality experience that celebrates the finest in wine, spirits, coffee, and cocktails.

This full-time role offers an opportunity to grow career skills in luxury beverage service and hospitality in a fast-paced, highly regarded environment. Essential responsibilities include cocktail preparation, managing bar inventory, engaging with guests to offer tailored recommendations, and maintaining the impeccable cleanliness and organization of the bar and service areas. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in beverage production or service, combined with a refined approach to guest interactions and impeccable attention to detail. Working within RH Hospitality also means contributing toward shared service and financial goals alongside an enthusiastic team devoted to exemplary guest experiences. The role requires flexibility for weekend, holiday, and varied shifts to meet business needs. In addition to practical duties, the associate should demonstrate a commitment to professional appearance and personal grooming consistent with RH’s elevated standards. This role offers a compelling career path for those passionate about excelling in a luxury hospitality atmosphere with supportive leadership and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

Job Requirements

2+ years of experience in beverage production or service, including knowledge of wine, coffee, and/or cocktails
Legal authorization to work in the country of application at the time of hire
Meets the minimum legal age required to serve alcohol, work designated shifts, and perform the full scope of kitchen responsibilities, in accordance with local labor and safety regulations
Commitment to high standards of personal appearance, including adherence to uniform guidelines, grooming, and hygiene practices, to ensure a professional presentation to guests
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed

Job Qualifications

2+ years of experience in beverage production or service, including knowledge of wine, coffee, and/or cocktails
Commitment to high standards of personal appearance, including adherence to uniform guidelines, grooming, and hygiene practices, to ensure a professional presentation to guests
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed

Job Duties

Create a warm and inviting experience by delivering first class service that reflects RH's standards of hospitality
Prepare and present cocktails, wine, spirits, and coffee with consistent quality, accuracy, and attention to detail
Uphold quality and consistency by adhering to RH’s recipe and service standards for all beverages
Engage guests with informed, thoughtful guidance on beverage offerings, including pairings and seasonal selections
Maintain the cleanliness, curation, and organization of the bar, storage areas, and related service spaces
Stock, replenish, and rotate bar inventory, including bottles, mixers, glassware, and garnishes, to support uninterrupted service
Serve as a brand ambassador by engaging warmly with guests, modeling polished personal presentation, and demonstrating deep knowledge of RH’s full menu, with a focus on beverage offerings
Support the flow of service with a “Full Hands In, Full Hands Out” mindset, anticipating guest and team needs and clearing service items as needed
Partner with location leadership to perform regular beverage inventory and contribute to achieving service and financial goals