Bar Staff Jobs in Washington

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 C'est L'eau - Line Cooks (& Servers, Dish, Bar Staff)

  • Tumwater, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tumwater, WA
  • 1 day ago

Line Cook (Back of House) Location: Bar Cest Leau Job Type: Part time 4242 Capitol Blvd S #111 Tumwater, WA 98501 About Us: Bar Cest Leau is a dynamic and vibrant bistro, offering a unique French...

Job Responsibilities Greet and welcome guests to the bays, providing information about Topgolf offerings. Take and deliver food and beverage orders to guests in a timely and accurate manner....

Barback at Sigillo Cellars

  • Chelan Falls, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Chelan Falls, WA
  • 4 days ago

Sigillo Cellars is looking for a new Barback at our Chelan tasting room! Our ideal candidate has a positive attitude, is team oriented and demonstrates a strong ability to multitask....

Bar Back - Mist Bar and Lounge

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 4 days ago

To provide high level of internal and external guest service. To fulfill all requested Eatec Orders accurately and documented by following all procedures....

Casino Floor Bar Back

  • Airway Heights, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Airway Heights, WA
  • 5 days ago

Summary of Functions Assists bartender with replenishment of supplies, glassware, ice, beverages and any other task that aids with efficient functionality of the bar for guest service....

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square is looking for a Coffee Bar Attendant (Part-Time) to assist with the hotel's evening reception and assist with room service deliveries....

Restaurant Barback ( Part-Time)

  • Auburn, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 21 days ago

service and professionalism....

Busser/Barback

  • Seattle, WA
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 28 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....

Summer Bar Back Positions Available

  • Seattle, WA
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 28 days ago

part-time Barbacks for a busy, but fun, Pub!...

Bar Back (Full Time)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. Location: Delta One Premium Club SEA - 17801 International Blvd., Seatac, WA 98158. Note: online applications accepted only....

Barback, La Loba by Oscar Amador Edo

  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Grow with us... Life at SH is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can't do it alone. That's why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and...

Restaurant Barback - Davenport Hotels

  • Spokane, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Joining our team means becoming part of a renowned hospitality brand known for its commitment to exceptional guest service and unmatched elegance....

FT Barback - Founder's Club

  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Full-Time Barback to join our team at the prestigious Founders Club, located within the Fairmont Olympic Hotel....

Bar Staff/Barback

  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Bar Back (Full Time)

  • Seatac, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seatac, WA
  • 45+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. Location : Delta One Premium Club SEA - 17801 International Blvd., Seatac, WA 98158. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Washington

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


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