Bar Staff Jobs in Pasadena, CA

A Bar Staffer, also known as a bartender, plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for creating, mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, maintaining a clean and organized bar area, controlling stocks and ordering supplies, and providing excellent customer service. They often engage with customers, providing recommendations and ensuring satisfaction with their service. These professionals may also handle cash transactions, enforce liquor laws and health regulations, and manage any issues or complaints related to the bar service.

Essential skills for a Bar Staffer include excellent customer service skills, strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and physical stamina, as they spend most of their shift on their feet. Knowledge of mixology and cocktail preparation is also crucial. Additionally, certifications in food and beverage safety training and alcohol awareness programs, like the ServSafe Alcohol certification, are typically required. Prior to becoming a Bar Staffer, a person may have roles such as a Bar Back or Bar Assistant, where they support bartenders and learn the ropes of the profession. They may also start as a Wait Staff or Server in a restaurant, gaining customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

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Barback-Modern California Bistro & Lounge opening

  • The Bungalow
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Objective/Purpose of the Position The Barback is the engine that keeps the bar running, ensuring the bar is fully stocked, immaculately clean, and ready to deliver excellent service through the busiest...

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Barback - Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

  • Hilton Worldwide
  • Beverly Hills, CA (15 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (15 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

and Beverage JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2026-06-01T07:00:00+00:00 JobShift: Salary: $18.14/USD/Hourly As a leading hotel in the luxury market, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is looking for a Barback...

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Parkestry Barback

  • HEI Hotels & Resorts
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

About Us At JW Marriott Anaheim Resort, luxury hospitality meets purpose and possibility. Located steps from Disneyland Resort, the Anaheim Convention Center, and the vibrant Anaheim Garden Walk,...

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Bar Back - Parkside Market/Downtown Disney

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Bar Back - Parkside Market/Downtown Disney Pay Range: $21.13 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

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Bar Back

  • TopGolf
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Immediate Hiring | Swing into a Job You'll Love at Topgolf! At Topgolf, we believe in the unlimited power of play to drive fun, connection and innovation. Whether you work behind the scenes or...

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Looking for Barbacks

  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for Barbacks to work at our storied bar. The Daily Pint is a true neighborhood bar and we have been at this same location for decades!!...

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Barback - Kia Forum

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Inglewood, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Experience: 1+ years previous Barback experience required, preferably in a fast-paced full-service establishment....

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Barback - Kia Forum

  • Compass Group
  • Inglewood, CA (16 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (16 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Experience: 1+ years previous Barback experience required, preferably in a fast-paced full-service establishment....

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Barback

  • Roosterfish West Hollywood
  • West Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The Role We are looking for a sharp, hardworking Bar Back to support our bartending team across both the Lounge and the Olive Grove....

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Banquet Bar Porter - Seasonal & Part Time

  • Disneyland Resort
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago

They must be able to exceed Guest expectations by answering questions and providing over the top Guest Service....

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Barback, Lumiere Brasserie

  • Accor
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago

As Barback, you are of service in a friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner....

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Barback- On Call WET Deck

  • Marriott International
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation....

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Barback

  • PUBLIC Hotels
  • West Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 20 days ago

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The Barback is responsible for supporting bartenders in delivering exceptional guest service by ensuring the bar is fully stocked, clean, and organized at all times....

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Barback

  • San Vicente Bungalows - Santa Monica
  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Position Purpose The barback ensures that the bartender has everything they need to run a successful and efficient service: clean glassware, prepared garnishes, well stocked liquor, beer, spirits, ice...

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Barback - Halo (Part-Time)

  • Accor
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Company Description Fairmont Breakers is a beloved feature of the Long Beach skyline, a historic landmark with a character and soul of its own. Originally opened in the roaring twenties as a...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Pasadena, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bar Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in Pasadena, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Master's Degree
4.4%
Some College
4.3%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bar Staffs in Pasadena, CA
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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