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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MSB Barback

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Deliver internal and external guest service the Boyd Gaming Way. Always exhibit a friendly and approachable demeanor....

Brass Eye Bar Back

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

Seeking the silent hero: the individual who understands that behind every glass of cabernet or craft cocktail is the attention to detail that makes an experience truly memorable....

Oddfellows Liquor Bar - Barback - Short North, Columbus

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Summary: The Barback is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, "curb appeal," and aiding in communication around restaurant....

Bar Back

  • Independence, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Independence, OH
  • 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...

Bar Porter - Hard Rock Cafe - Part Time

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 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....

Server, Bartender, Bar Back, Service Support, Golf Services

  • Columbus, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 8 days 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...

Busser/Barback

  • Westlake, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Westlake, OH
  • 9 days ago

Our Busser/Barbacks are the right hands to our Servers and Bartenders. They ensure our dining room, bar, lobby, and service areas are clean, sanitized, stocked and visually appealing....

Barback

  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago

Upshift is a revolutionary mobile app to find hundreds of flexible shifts for roles like Assembly, Hospitality, Packing, Bartending and more posted by businesses across your area....

Barback - PBR Columbus

  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 days ago

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

Sports Bar Server

  • Dayton, OH
  • 20 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 20 days ago

WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We're always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you'll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Snack Bar Attendant

  • Beachwood, OH
  • 23 days ago
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 23 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...

Barback

  • Toronto, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toronto, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Barback Part-Time Shangri-La Toronto Toronto, ON, Canada Posted 2 days ago SHARE THIS JOB JOB DETAILS With creativity, personal commitment and an emotional sense of true hospitality, make the most positive...

Sports Bar Server - Part Time

  • Dayton, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 45+ days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Breakfast Bar Attendant

  • Dublin, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 45+ days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Breakfast Attendant to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is...

Bar Porter - MGM Northfield Park

  • Northfield, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Northfield, OH
  • 45+ days ago

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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
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
4.4%
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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