Bar Staff Jobs in Ohio

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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Snack Bar Attendant

  • Dayton, OH
  • 11 hours ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 11 hours ago

Great American Bagel Main Terminal 3600 Terminal Drive Dayton, OH 45377 Concession Managed By HMSHost at Dayton International Airport Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Veil Barback (Eldorado Scioto Downs - Columbus OH)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for stocking bars with liquor, beer, fruit, mixes, straws, napkins, ice, cleaning products all other products required in the day-to-day operation...

Bar Porter - Casino Service

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Bar porter is responsible to maintain a high standard of customer service while ensuring the assigned bar is stocked and clean. Responsibilities Cleans bar area, including bar tops,...

Barback

  • Toronto, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Toronto, OH
  • 3 days ago

Barback Part-Time Shangri-La Toronto Toronto, ON, Canada Posted about 13 hours ago SHARE THIS JOB JOB DETAILS With creativity, personal commitment and an emotional sense of true hospitality, make the...

Snack Bar Attendant

  • Harrison, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrison, OH
  • 5 days ago

Join our team as a Snack Bar Attendant at Miami Whitewater Forest! At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and...

Beverage Barback - FT

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

problems according to guidelines Provides fast, friendly, professional service to casino guests, beverage servers and bartenders Works well with others, especially beverage servers, bartenders, other barbacks...

Snack Bar Attendant II

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 days ago

Join our team as a Snack Bar Attendant at Winton Woods! At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in...

Snack Bar Attendant

  • Beachwood, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 11 days ago

Highland Park Golf Course is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Snack Bar Attendant. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on...

Bar Back

  • Independence, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Independence, OH
  • 14 days ago

+ Ensure that the bar area is well-stocked with liquor, mixers, garnishes, and other supplies. + Clean and maintain bar equipment, glassware, and utensils. + Collect empty glasses and bottles and...

Part Time Bar Staff

  • Kettering, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Kettering, OH
  • 14 days ago

As Part Time Bar Staff at the Peacock Inn you will bring your experience and passion to pour, mix and serve delicious drinks for our guests....

Bar Staff/Barback

  • Akron, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 15 days ago

Job Snapshot Location: Akron, Ohio Job Type: Bar Staff/Barback Date Posted: 03/28/2025...

Barbacks

  • Port Clinton, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Port Clinton, OH
  • 18 days ago

We are seeking passionate barbacks who have a deep love for hospitality, food, and beverage....

Barback

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 18 days ago

The Hotel Cleveland is seeking a service-minded Barback to join our team. As a Barback you'll be in charge of setting up, restocking, and maintaining the bar area and kitchen....

Bar Porter - Hard Rock Cafe - Part Time

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 19 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 19 days ago

Overview Barbacks are responsible for keeping the bar stocked and clean while assisting bartenders in providing the necessary support to ensure prompt and friendly service to our guests....

Fireside Pizza looking for Part time Bartender/Bar back

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 24 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 24 days ago

We are looking for 3 to 4 shifts per week, with the potential for some evening barback or bartending shifts on occasion. We are looking for someone with bartending experience....

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Ohio

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 Ohio offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.5%
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 Ohio
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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