Bar Staff Jobs in Tennessee

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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Were looking for Barbacks for a local event - $19/hr

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

We're looking for Barbacks for a local event - $19/hr compensation: $19/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Nashville....

VIP Barback - Morgan Wallen's This Bar

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The VIP TSA is responsible for upscale food & beverage service of all tables and seating areas in a high-volume, live entertainment, restaurant, and bar setting. TSA will...

Barback

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

AS A BARBACK You play a critical role in ensuring a smooth operation of fast-paced bars....

Bar Staff Part-Time Riverbeat Music Festival

  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary The Bar Staff is responsible for the service of all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic....

Bar Back

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Bar Back - Now Hiring Dave & Buster's, Inc. Today Job Description: Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by serving hundreds of people...

Barback

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

* Husk Nashville is hiring a Barback! Located in the heart of Downtown, Husk Nashville highlights the history of Southern food....

Barback / Barlines

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

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Barback - The Pick

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

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Barback Barlines - Part Time

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

To maintain the highest standards possible for the guest by insuring quick, efficient, and professional Barback services. Responsibilities Assist in bar setup and opening, as well as closing....

Bar Attendant

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation....

RT Bar Back

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Regardless of your position, a Guest Services Agent, a Room Attendant, or a Breakfast Server, we share the common mission of Delivering Uncompromised Hospitality....

Barback- Bourbon Steak

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

General Summary of Duties : The Barback is responsible for ensuring that the Bourbon Steak Sky Bar is set and maintained so that the bar staff is equipped to run an effective operation....

Bar Back

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 13 days ago

Position Title: Bar Back (Seasonal) at Covenant Health Park Pay Range : $12.00 to $12.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

Barback

  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago

Hiring Barback Hiring Immediately Why The Twelve Thirty Club? Outstanding earning potential Benefits available at 25 hours Including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance & more!...

VIP Barback - Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottoms Up

  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago

The Table Server Assistant (TSA) is responsible for upscale food & beverage service of all tables and seating areas in a high-volume, live entertainment, restaurant, and bar setting. TSA will...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Tennessee

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


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