Bar Staff Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Mini Bar Attendant (Full-Time)

  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Company Description Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow...

Breakfast Bar Attendant Hyatt Place Boston Medford

  • Medford, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Medford, MA
  • 1 day ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Breakfast Attendant to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to...

Barback

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining! Why Join Our Team? Comprehensive Benefits Package Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Group Life and Disability Insurance Group Accident, Hospital...

Snack Bar Attendant

  • Williamstown, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamstown, MA
  • 5 days ago

Snack Bar Attendant, '82 Grill, Paresky Join our lively snack bar team! We're seeking an energetic and customer-focused Snack Bar Attendant to provide exceptional service and delicious food to our...

Barback, Off the Common - Hilton Boston Park Plaza

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

As a Barback, you would be responsible for preparing and servicing permanent and portable bars throughout the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial...

Casino Bar Porter - Part Time

  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago

Casino Bar Porter - Part Time - MGM Springfield The SHOW comes alive atMGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be liketo work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and...

Barback

  • Falmouth, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA
  • 13 days ago

Opportunity: Barback Prepare and service bars operating within the hotel in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards....

Mini Bar Attendant

  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Barback

  • North Falmouth, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • North Falmouth, MA
  • 15 days ago

Overview Opportunity: Barback Prepare and service bars operating within the hotel in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards....

Restaurant Barback - Lifted

  • Boston, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 18 days ago

The Restaurant Barback is responsible for delivering excellence in guest service by supporting servers in providing personalized service, anticipating, and delivering guests needs....

Banquet Barback (On- Call)

  • Boston, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 24 days ago

Job Description The Banquet Barback is required to set up and break down all bar set-ups as requested by guests. Replenish wine, liquor and beer as requested by bartenders....

Willowsong Barback - InterContinental - The Wharf

  • Washington, MA
  • 25 days ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 25 days ago

About the Barback position The secret ingredient in every single item served in our bars is a pinch of hard work behind the scenes....

Bar Server - Boston Pizza Seton

  • Boston, MA
  • 27 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 27 days ago

Overview Bar Server - Join Our Dynamic Team! Boston Pizza Seton is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Bar Servers to join our vibrant team! If you have a passion for crafting exceptional drinks,...

Barback - Full-Time

  • Plainville, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Plainville, MA
  • 28 days ago

casino events and programs Provides personalized service and uses guest name Resolves service problems according to guideline Works well with others, especially beverage servers, bartenders, other barbacks...

Barback

  • Foxborough, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Foxborough, MA
  • 45+ days ago

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for stocking bar locations before and during events as well as post event clean up. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Stock all bars to the appropriate levels...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.5%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
4.3%
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 Massachusetts
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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