Bar Staff Jobs in San Francisco, 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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Are you a bomb @ss barback?

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Vinyl Room in Downtown Burlingame is looking for a barback to join our team! Experience in a high-volume bar, nightclub, or restaurant preferred. Please click on link below to apply....

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Barback Needed at Persona!

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Swanky cocktail bar, social club, and event venue located in the Lower Nob Hill area is hiring outgoing, friendly, and upbeat personalities to be part of our team. Experience in a high-volume bar,...

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Hiring Full Time Barback at Barrelhouse in Downtown Burlingame!

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Barrelhouse, a bustling cocktail bar in downtown Burlingame, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Barback....

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Snack Bar Attendant - Alcatraz Cruises

  • Hornblower
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary:Alcatraz City Cruises Snack Bar attendants are responsible for customer service, food preparation, cashiering and general Snack Bar cleanliness and maintenance. As a Snack Bar...

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Bar Back

  • TopGolf
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities Ensure that the bar area is well-stocked with liquor, mixers, garnishes, and other supplies. Clean and maintain bar equipment, glassware, and utensils. Collect empty glasses...

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Snack Bar Attendant - Fremont Ice - Fremont Ice Center - F&B

  • UnitedStates
  • San Ramon, CA (22 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (22 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

service experience....

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Barback/Busperson, Extra List (On-Call) - InterContinental San Francisco

  • IC - San Francisco (SFOHB)
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 23 days ago

Assist Bartenders and Cocktail Servers; stock bars with designated supplies, ensuring no shortages for guest service; and maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment, in accordance with hotel standards...

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Barback/Busperson, Extra List (On-Call) - InterContinental San Francisco

  • InterContinental Hotels Group
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 25 days ago

Assist Bartenders and Cocktail Servers; stock bars with designated supplies, ensuring no shortages for guest service; and maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment, in accordance with hotel standards...

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Wine Bar Server, San Francisco Union Square - Part Time

  • Macy's
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

About Macys is proudly Americas Department Store. Theres a reason weve been around for 160 years. Customers come to us for fashion, value and celebration. Macys is also known for giving back to...

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Bar Back (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. Location : United Polaris - Terminal G, Gate 1, Level 3, San Francisco, CA 94128. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Barback - Toyota Pavilion at Concord

  • ASM Global
  • Concord, CA (24 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Concord, CA (24 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Role The Barback is responsible for providing supplies and providing the bartender with items upon request that help assure exceptional guest service specifically in the Concessions environment....

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Barback

  • Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago

BARBACK SAN FRANCISCO, CA APPLY SHARE This position pays up to $19.18/hr. Barback Already applied?...

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Bar Porter

  • Dorchester Collection
  • Canyon, CA (13 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Canyon, CA (13 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Your future, our legacy Hotel Hotel Bel-Air Division & Department Food & Beverage - Bars Job Title Bar Porter Contract Type Permanent Status Full time Position Overview We care about your career...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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