Bar Staff Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Barback | Part-Time | Music Hall of Williamsburg Location US-NY-Brooklyn Job ID 2025-25043 Location Name Music Hall of Williamsburg Category Food & Beverage Management Type Regular Part-Time Oak View...

Barback Part-Time Music Hall of Williamsburg

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Overview The Barback supports bartenders by ensuring the bar is stocked, clean, and operating efficiently....

Faubourg Weehawken Busser/Barback

  • Weehawken, NJ (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Weehawken, NJ (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Hiring a busser and or barback for our Weehawken location. The right busser is committed to ensuring high-quality customer service and the capacity to handle the pressure of restaurant work....

Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Barbacks/Beverage Support, support the Bartenders with all preparation aspects, restocking, and maintaining cleanliness....

Mini Bar Attendant - Waldorf Astoria New York

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

After undergoing a transformative restoration, Waldorf Astoria New York is set to reignite its magnetic allure. Waldorf Astoria New York is seeking a Mini Bar Attendant to unveil a new era of...

Barback/Runner/Busser OPEN CALL Thursday 7/31 2-3pm !Busy!

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Loreley Beer Garden is Hiring a Food Runner/Barback/Busser needed to start immediately. MUST be available to work this weekend! You MUST be available Saturdays & Sundays....

Bar / Server

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Maitre D and Front Operation personnel (You be able to work as 4 different positions) [Part time] (Who can work 5 days) Competitive Salary (Based on...

Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

The Barback maintains all bar environment and equipment.The Barback is responsible for ensuring the bar area is clean, tidy, and fullystocked....

Mini Bar Attendant - PHD Terrace New York

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Stocks and re-stocks all bar inventories and supplies while maintaining the organization of the mini bars. Interacts with the bar guests, fellow employees, and supervisors in a...

Lounge Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details As a Barback, you play a crucial supporting role that the bar is fully stocked, organized, and efficient through service....

Barback - Magic Hour New York

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Assists bartenders and cocktail servers (when applicable) in all aspects of guest service....

Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details POSITION: Bar Assistant EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Bar Manager, Floor Manager,...

Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

We are seeking experienced barbacks to join our team! You must be able to multi task and have experience in high volume atmospheres. We offer excellent work/life balance and a variety of benefits....

Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

We have a rare opening for a barback and are looking for the perfect fit of professionalism, style, and skill to fill the role....

Barback

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

staff Qualifications - Deliver timely and courteous service to LDV Hospitality guests in adherence to our company policies and procedures - Ability to speak, understand, read and write in English -...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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 Oakland, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
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 Oakland, NJ
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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