Craft Cocktail Bartender
Greenlight • Raleigh, NC, US
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$20,000 - $40,000
Bartender Jobs in Raleigh
4 positions available in NC. Research Triangle jewel with 240K+ tech, biotech, and software roles
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Stars and Strikes • Raleigh, NC, US
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Good Graces • Raleigh, NC, US
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$18,000 - $26,000
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What Does a Bartender Do?
Bartenders build drinks, run their bar like a small business — stock, hygiene, cash — and set the tone of the room. Speed and consistency matter as much as the cocktail list.
Bartender Salary in Raleigh
Typical US salary range: $28K - $55K (with tips). In Europe: €22K - €32K. Typical US salary range: $28K - $55K (with tips). In Europe: €22K - €32K. Cost of living in Raleigh is moderate compared to other cities.
Most In-Demand Skills
Mixology
Speed & Consistency
Cash Handling
Stock Management
Responsible Service
Hosting
The Raleigh Job Market
Research Triangle jewel with 240K+ tech, biotech, and software roles. The Research Triangle's three-university system and tech culture create a rare combination of innovation and affordability.
Top industries: Software & Technology, Biotechnology, Research & Development, Education.
GoTriangle provides transit; research institutions and tech culture embrace flexible and remote arrangements.
Career Path & 2026 Trends
Bartenders progress to head bartender, bar manager, or open their own venue; brand-ambassador roles with spirits companies are a well-paid niche. Cocktail culture keeps spreading beyond big cities; venues in 2026 seek bartenders who can also design menus and control pour costs, not just execute.
Interview Tip
Know the house's style before you walk in, and be ready to make their three best-sellers blind — then mention one drink you'd add and why it fits their crowd.
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