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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Barback

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

Bar Staff

  • Rye, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rye, NY
  • 1 day ago

Join our food and beverage team on the bar for a career with more fun! No experience? No worries! If you've got pockets full of passion, positivity and Parkdean team spirit, we'll teach you all...

Tom & Jerry's Seeking Support Staff/Barbacks - Open call 7/17 4.30pm

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

Tom & Jerry's is seeking barbacks and support staff for both our current location and a new location opening on Spring Street. Both experienced and inexperienced will be considered....

Barmaid,

  • Mahopac, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Mahopac, NY
  • 2 days ago

un Barmaid, (Mahopac, NY) image 1 of 2 925 Route 6 compensation: Industry Standard Barmaid wanted for New Friday Night Rock Venue post id: ... [ ]

Barmaid,

  • Mahopac, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Mahopac, NY
  • 2 days ago

un Barmaid, (Mahopac, NY) the Rocker Room image 1 of 3 925 Route 6 compensation: industr standard employment type: job title: Barmaid, Bartender needed for new Friday Night Rock Venue Refrences a...

Barback/Runner/Busser OPEN CALL Tuesday 7/16 2-3pm !Busy!

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

Barback

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

Were currently seeking a Brunch Barback to join our team someone who is organized, energetic, and ready to support a high-functioning service team in a fast-paced environment....

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....

Bar Porter

  • Schenectady, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 3 days ago

service standards Maintains sanitation of bar and bar areas and equipment by cleaning ceilings, washing walls, mopping floors, disposing of garbage and grease, and performing general cleaning duties...

Barback

  • Nichols, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Nichols, NY
  • 3 days ago

Promotes outstanding guest service on a continual basis....

Barbacks, Bussers & Runners Needed

  • Melville, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 3 days ago

Barbacks, bussers & runners needed for busy Italian Restaurant. Experience is a plus but willing to train. Full or part time available. Please call ... to inquire....

Barback

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 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 -...

Barback, UBS Arena

  • Elmont, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Elmont, NY
  • 6 days ago

As a Barback, you will contribute to the team's success by tracking and stocking inventory, delivering beverages, and providing excellent guest service and support to your team at all times....

Barback - Crane Club Restaurant New York

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

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

Experienced Barback

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

We are a high volume cocktail bar company in New York City, seeking a dedicated and experienced barback to join our team....

Demographic Data for New York

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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.


Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in New York offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
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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