Bar Staff Jobs in Tampa, FL

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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Bar Attendant

  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 hours 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....

SkyBar Barback/Runner

  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

From poolside lounging to cabana chilling, we’re where locals and vacationers alike come to unwind in style.We're looking for a hardworking, energetic Barback/Food Runner to support our bartenders,...

Barback

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 3 days ago

BARBACK Mermaids Gentleman's Club on St Pete Beach is currently looking for a BARBACK. Have you been looking for a quick way to put that always needed extra money in your pocket?...

Barback

  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The iconic Vinoy Resort and Golf Club, in partnership with award-winning Chef Lee Wolen of Boka Restaurant Group, is seeking Barbacks to join the team...

Barback Part-Time Benchmark International Arena

  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 days ago

As a Barback, you will play a key behind-the-scenes role by maintaining stocked and organized bar areas, assisting bartenders, and upholding high standards of cleanliness and service....

Busser/Barback

  • Tampa, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 23 days ago

Our Busser/Barbacks are the right hands to our Servers and Bartenders. They ensure our dining room, bar, lobby, and service areas are clean, sanitized, stocked and visually appealing....

Barback

  • Tampa, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 23 days ago

Upshift is a revolutionary mobile app to find hundreds of flexible shifts for roles like Assembly, Hospitality, Packing, Bartending and more posted by businesses across your area....

Barback Elliott Aster Boka Group

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Our Guest Service Support Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure food and beverage operations run smoothly....

Bar Back

  • Tampa, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Bar Back/ Utility to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to...

Barback

  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Barback | Part-Time | Benchmark International Arena Location US-FL-Tampa Job ID 2025-23976 Location Name Benchmark International Arena Category Food & Beverage Management Type Regular Part-Time Oak...

Bar Porter - Center Bar

  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Whether you want to make your debut or go back on tour after a long hiatus, starting a career at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa can feel more like play than work. This expansive...

Barback Part-Time Amalie Arena

  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago

As a Barback, you will play a key behind-the-scenes role by maintaining stocked and organized bar areas, assisting bartenders, and upholding high standards of cleanliness and service....

Barback, Concessions

  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Barback The Barback is responsible for keeping their assigned bar stocked with items the bartender needs to provide Legendary Guest Service....

Busser/Bar Back

  • Tampa, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Our busser/barback positions give team members an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, gameday atmosphere taking care of our guests. Busser/barback opportunities are part-time....

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 Tampa, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
4.4%
Some College
4.2%
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 Tampa, FL
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%



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