Bar Staff Jobs in New Jersey

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 Back

  • TopGolf
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 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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Liquor Store Clerk/Bar back

  • Sal's Spirit Shoppe
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Liquor Store Clerk/Bar back (South Plainfield) Sal's Spirit Shoppe 1645 Park Avenue compensation: TBD employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Liquor store clerk and bar back...

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Barman

  • NH Hotels & Resorts
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Minor Hotels es un grupo hotelero mundial que opera mas de 550 hoteles, complejos turisticos y residencias en 56 paises de Asia-Pacifico, Oriente Medio, Africa, el Oceano Indico, Europa y America....

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Barback

  • Merri-Makers Caterers
  • Brick, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Hours: Arrives with opening bar manager. 1pm or 2pm - after wine service approximately 9pm Barback Job Duties: -Review contract and be familiar with timeline, liquor/beer/wine selections, guest counts...

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Bar-back - Seasonal - Stowaways

  • UnitedStates
  • Cape May, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Cape May, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Delivers product and uses transfer sheets to maintain inventory integrity Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains appearance of workstations and guest service areas Ensures bar is well-stocked with ice, liquor...

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Bar-back - Cape May Ferry

  • UnitedStates
  • Cape May, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Cape May, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Delivers product and uses transfer sheets to maintain inventory integrity Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains appearance of workstations and guest service areas Ensures bar is well-stocked with ice, liquor...

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Bar Back

  • Compass Group
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 27 days ago

Position Title: Bar Back (Part-Time Seasonal) at Shoretown Ballpark Pay Range : $17.00 to $18.50 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

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Barback Part-Time ParkStage - East Freehold Showgrounds

  • Oakview Group
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary The Barback supports bartenders by ensuring the bar is fully stocked, clean, and organized at all times....

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Bar Back (Seasonal)

  • Compass Group
  • Oceanport, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oceanport, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a seasonal BAR BACK position. Location : Caesar's Sportsbook Bar - 175 Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport, NJ 07757. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Barback Capons Chophouse Now Hiring

  • Tenafly, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tenafly, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

un Barback | Capon's Chophouse | Now Hiring image 1 of 1 compensation: Hourly ($5.62) plus tips employment type: job title: Barback Culinary Agents is working with the team at Capon's Chophouse to connect...

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Snack Bar Attendant

  • Troon
  • High Bridge, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • High Bridge, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

High Bridge Hills Golf Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Seasonal Snack Bar Attendant. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly...

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Barback -(Seasonal)

  • Bally's Corporation
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Why Bally's? Bally's Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence, currently owning and managing 15 casinos across 10 states, a golf course in New...

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Bar Porter Svc Casino Svc

  • Resorts International
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Assists service bartenders keeping bar stocked with ice, beer, glasses and drink garnishments. Maintains cleanliness in bar areas. Receives and delivers liquor requisitions and...

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Barback - Avenue

  • Live! Hospitality & Entertainment
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Barback Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Show that you are an energetic, outgoing, fun person while maintaining professionalism....

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Bar Porter (Seasonal)

  • Landry's
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 60+ days ago

and other necessary items needed for efficient operation within beverage outlets while performing excellent guest service....

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Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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