Bar Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Back

  • Hershey, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 8 days ago

Maintain a commitment to exceptional guest service. Restock the bar area with clean glasses and other accessories. Assist the manager with liquor pick-ups as well as the ordering process....

Barback

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

leadership, management, organizational and communication skills Exceptional guest service skills Ability to speak, read and write the English language Ability to stand, stoop, bend repetitively during...

Barback - Service Bar - Greensburg

  • Greensburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Function (Scope and Main Purpose of Job) Responsible for organizing and stocking the bars with major supplies and beverage products. Responsibilities Core Service Standards CLEAN: Must...

Cafeteria/Salad Bar Attendant

  • Media, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Media, PA
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Job Summary: The Cafeteria Attendant works within the Cafeteria team to create a pleasant and convenient dining experience at Red Roof Campus, and support corporate events when...

Servers, Dishwashers, Bar Back, And Bartenders

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago

Ability to express knowledge of alcoholic drinks and bartending techniques with guest service in mind. Maintain a safe environment by serving guests responsibly....

Bar Porter

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago

Engagement Expectations: We believe that team member engagement is the basis for a great culture and superior guest service....

Barback - Brooklyn Bowl Philly

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 days ago

The Role: Barback is responsible for bar service equipment/supply maintenance and set up....

Barback

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Barback at Sodexo, you are taste expert and customer connoisseur. You will support in the creation of tasty beverages and food....

Twin Peaks bar Back

  • Crafton, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Crafton, PA
  • 11 days ago

TWINS PEAKS BAR BACK GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB - Bar Back This job requires the Twin Peaks Janitor and/or Busser to clean and maintain the Twin Peaks restaurant. Each team member is defined by...

Bar Porter - PT

  • United, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • United, PA
  • 12 days ago

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the...

Barback

  • Bridgeville, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgeville, PA
  • 12 days ago

Job Responsibilities 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...

Busser/Barback

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 14 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

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 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....

Snack Bar Attendant

  • Hershey, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 15 days ago

Join the team at Hershey Country Club, a private, premier golf and recreation club. The club’s rich history of accolades, success, and chocolate combine to form a one-of-a-kind experience for...

Bar Porter - Comedy Club (PT)

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 18 days ago

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%



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