Bar Staff Jobs in New York, NY

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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Rooftop Bar Back

The Bar back serves as the backbone of the bar operations, providing essential support to the bartending team to ensure seamless service in a high-volume environment....

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Barback Crown Heights

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Nostrand Avenue Pub is seeking a barback for an established bar in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Previous experience in a bar or restaurant is a plus for consideration....

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PART TIME Barback Wanted for Williamsburg Cocktail Bar $15/hr +tips

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Were a lively cocktail bar in Williamsburg looking for a talented and reliable barback/cook hybrid role to join our team!...

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Barback Wanted

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

BARBACK WANTED for busy bar THURSDAY June 4th (3 pm - 6 pm) ONLY: Please bring RESUME to: 667 Lorimer Street (corner of Meeker Ave) Brooklyn...

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Barback

  • FKA:
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago

At all times, barback/bussers are expected to be attentive to our guests' needs and staff needs....

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Front of House Porter / Barback

  • Giulietta
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details We are seeking passionate, full-time Front of House Porters / Barbacks to join our team!...

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Barback

  • Oberon
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Youre detail-oriented, team-first, and excited by food, wine, and culture. 2+ years bartending experience in NYC preferred Strong understanding of steps of service and floor presence Knowledgeable and...

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Honor Bar Attendant (SUB)

  • EDITION
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation....

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Barback

  • Walker Hotel - Tribeca
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Barback Job Description The Barback is responsible for supporting the bartending team and ensuring the bar is clean, organized, fully stocked, and prepared...

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Barback Position - The Richardson

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Richardson - a cocktail-focused neighborhood bar established in 2008 and located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn - is seeking a Barback....

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Madeline's - Hiring Host & Barback

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Please apply with "host" or "barback" in the title if interested....

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Open Call Dishwashers, Backwaiters and Barbacks/ Convocatoria abierta

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We need Diswashers, Backwaiters and Barbacks for full and part time positions. We are a nice group of people looking for some reliable and dedicated folks....

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Barback

  • Old Mates Pub
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job Details Old Mates, an authentic Australian pub, is searching for a passionate and skilled Barbacks to join our team.We are in need of strong team...

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Barback

  • The North Star Books + Bar
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

The North Star is seeking Barbacks Located in the iconic Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, The North Star is a bookstore, bourbon bar and cafe where thinkers, dreamers and revolutionaries gather to READ...

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Salad Bar Attendant

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for experienced salad bar worker, also making sandwiches and wraps. Please only apply if you live in Brooklyn and you are less than 20 minute commute to the job location. Spanish...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in New York, NY

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 York, NY 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 York, NY
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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