R&D Bartender

5 hours ago


louisville, United States Hawthorn Innovations Full time

Join Hawthorn Innovations as an R&D Bartender: Shape the Future of Global Beverage Trends


Hawthorn Innovations:


We at Hawthorn Innovations are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for a talented individual to join our dynamic team as an R&D Bartender. If you have a knack for blending the art of bartending and a passion for innovation, yet are still deeply rooted in classic recipes and techniques, get a chance to develop programs for global partners with our team.


Your Role: Crafting the Future of Beverages


  • Multi-faceted Expertise: Combine your skills as a bartender and use culinary techniques, as an innovation specialist to revolutionize beverage experiences.
  • Global Impact: Work with top-tier clients ranging from the world's 50 best bars to luxury lodgings and cruises, creating groundbreaking cocktail serves and serveware.
  • Experience Matters: Bring your 5+ years of experience in top bars (nationally or globally) to the forefront of beverage innovation.
  • Menu Mastery: Excel in menu development, employing both classic and modern techniques with a deep passion for hospitality.


Your Daily Adventure:


  • Organizational Pro: Maintain our R&D kitchen's pristine condition while juggling multiple creative projects.
  • Taste Maker: Conduct weekly tastings, contributing to diverse projects in various venue types.
  • Creative Collaboration: Join forces with our styling team, enhancing our signature drink and food photography with your meticulous preparation.
  • Travel & Teach: Embark on U.S.-wide travels for cocktail demos and training programs, showcasing our innovative R&D.
  • Team Anchor: Play a critical role, reporting directly to the owner, VP and beverage department head in a challenging yet exhilarating environment.
  • Location Flexibility: Based in Louisville, KY, test kitchen with a willingness to relocate the ideal candidate.


Your Creative Journey with Us:


  • Innovate & Develop: Create exceptional drink products and serve from concept to commercialization, focusing on clients' needs and internal ideas.
  • Research-Driven Excellence: Enhance flavor and texture while pioneering industry innovations.
  • Culinary Experimentation: Use a variety of ingredients and techniques for unmatched taste and quality.
  • Market-Savvy: Stay ahead of industry trends and technologies, aligning product development with consumer preferences and market demands.
  • Record & Reflect: Keep a detailed database of recipes and concepts for ongoing innovation.


Who We're Looking For:


  • Educational Backbone: A degree in Culinary Arts or a related field, or equivalent experience in top-tier bars.
  • Proven Expertise: Demonstrable experience in R&D bartending, with a strong menu development background.
  • Technique Savvy: Mastery of modern cuisine and bar techniques (e.g., sous-vide, rotovaps).
  • Analytical Thinker: Excellent research and analytical skills.
  • Team Player: Exceptional teamwork and communication abilities.
  • Passionate Innovator: A deep love for food and drink, with a creative and adaptable mindset.


Join Our Legacy of Innovation:


Hawthorn Innovations proudly distributes innovative cocktail tools and equipment such as FlavourBlaster for North America, as well as custom designs with our partners and in-house design teams new products for the industry. Collectively we are global leaders in cocktail innovation and tools that reach a global audience. With a global reach, you could be part of a team that makes a splash with your ideas and drinks reaching some of the best bars in America and the world.


Your Dream Job Awaits

Ready to take your bartending creativity to new heights? Apply now and become a part of our journey in shaping the future of the beverage industry. Let's innovate together


Visit us at Hawthorn Innovations to learn more and apply.


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