Bar Staff Jobs in New York

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, Barista Substitute

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

The Bar Attendant/ Barista at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel is responsible for complete opening and closing duties including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all...

Hiring Event - Bay Host, Bartender, Caddie, Food Runner, Golf Services, Bar Back

  • Holtsville, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Holtsville, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Greet and assist guests in a friendly and welcoming manner. Manage reservations, seating, and waitlist to optimize table turnover. Coordinate with kitchen and service staff to...

Server/Barback

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago

Gowanus Gardens is a small, local bar and restaurant. We have a large backyard and simple but delicious bar food. We are looking for a part-time server who available for 2 weekend shifts to start....

Lead Beverage Bar Back

  • Niagara Falls, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY
  • 1 day ago

Lead Beverage Bar Back (req5906) Job Number: req5906 Job Title: Lead Beverage Bar Back Number of Openings: 1 Job/Employment Type: FT Country: USA State/Province: New York City: Niagara Falls Job...

Barback

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 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

  • NY
  • 2 days ago
  • NY
  • 2 days ago

Busy and well-loved neighborhood cocktail bar and restaurant is looking for a new barback. Absolutely must have prior experience barbacking; extra points for cocktail experience....

Sandwich Bar Attendant

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

Fast-paced cafe seeking experienced salad and sandwich maker, to serve customers. Spanish-speaking is a big plus.

BARBACK @ Sycamore Bar + Flower Shop

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a responsible barback at a popular local bar, Sycamore Bar + Flower Shop. Must be able to multi-task, be quick on your feet, and ready to roll up your sleeves to join a busy bar team....

Bar Back/Busser/Food Runner - Hotel Canandaigua: Canandaigua, NY

  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 3 days ago

It is important that the Barback shows a passion for the guest experience and a willingness to learn....

Barback for busy neighborhood bar & restaurant

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago

Busy bar seeking responsible & experienced barback. Barback role includes setting up bar, running food, bussing tables, general upkeep of bar, making syrups, changing kegs, batching cocktails....

Servers, Barbacks, and Hosts Needed for Dough Silver Lake Location

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 4 days ago

Looking for barbacks, servers, and hosts for busy pizzeria restaurant, Dough by Licastri silver lake location....

Barback

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Amity Hall Uptown 982 Amsterdam Avenue, New York We are seeking food runners to join our team. You must be able to multi task and be comfortable in a busy fast paced environment. Experience with...

Rooftop Bar Server

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Be familiar with the organization of the Restaurant(s), lounges, and Room Service and know the function of each job position....

Full time Support/Barback

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

The Rutherford is hiring for Full Time barback position. Need a responsible, friendly, hard-working person to assist bartenders in daily duties....

Barback

  • Southampton, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Southampton, NY
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Position Purpose: This person will assist the bartender with steps of service and work in a team environment to quickly stock/restock beer, wine,...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in New York

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 offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
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 New York
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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