Bartender Jobs

A Bartender plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, interacting with guests, taking orders, and serving snacks and bar food. Bartenders also accept payments, keep the bar well-stocked and clean, and ensure that all standards and legal obligations are met. In addition, they are often the first point of contact for customers and play a key role in establishing a welcoming atmosphere.

Bartenders require a set of specific skills and certifications. In most areas, they need to have a valid bartender's license or certification in responsible alcohol service. Strong customer service skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of drink mixing and garnishing are crucial. Before becoming a Bartender, an individual might start with roles such as a Barback, responsible for assisting the Bartender, a Server in a restaurant or a Host/Hostess. These positions provide valuable customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

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Bartender

  • Port Charlotte, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Port Charlotte, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities: Mix and serve cocktails according to customers' and bar staff's preferences. Communicate positive and friendly customer service. Maintain the cleanliness of the bar and the...

The Bears Den Pub

Bar Tender

Wanted: Leg Wanted: Legendary Bartender to Shake Up the Night! Are you a master of mixology, a wizard with whiskey, and the life of the party all in one?...

Bistro Server Bartender

  • Richardson, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 4 days ago

Additional Information Full Time, Day Shift, Evening Shift, Weekend Availability Needed, Job Number 25068893 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Courtyard Dallas Richardson at...

Bartender

  • Queensbury, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Queensbury, NY
  • 30+ days ago

What You Will Be Doing Operate bar within all appropriate rules as outlined Must be able to stand for long periods of time Complies with house rules and policies, safety standards, and Six Flags...

Rooftop Bar - Seasonal Server/Bartender

  • Tesuque, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Tesuque, NM
  • 14 days ago

One experience bartending required. Two or more years of bartender experience preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of two years of college preferred....

Bartender (Talkeetna)

  • Talkeetna, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Talkeetna, AK
  • 3 days ago

As the Bartender, you will be responsible for all bar operations and provide excellent guest service....

Bartender (Homestead)

  • Talkeetna, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Talkeetna, AK
  • 4 days ago

As the Bartender, you will be responsible for all bar operations and provide excellent guest service....

Bartender Lake Club

  • Truckee, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Additional Information Pay: $16.50/hour, Seasonal, Lake Club Job Number 25071336 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Court,...

Mixologist

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Additional Information Primo - Forbes 4 Star Restuarant Job Number 25072165 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes, 4040 Central Florida Parkway,...

Lifestyle Bartender

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Bartenders will use their knowledge and expertise to make the bar look and function flawlessly....

Servers/Bartenders

  • FL
  • 2 hours ago
  • FL
  • 2 hours ago

Servers/Bartenders. Looking for reliable and hard-working individuals to join our team. An established restaurant for more than 26 years in Jensen Beach. Great pay....

Experienced Restaurant, Servers, Bar Tenders & Kitchen Needed

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 2 hours ago

Experienced Restaurant/Hospitality All Positions available, Servers, Bar Tenders, Kitchen Staff, Marketing help, needed for 2 growing restaurants on the East end Thomas Dr! All hours available, AM...

Server/Bartender

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 hours ago

Bartender-Server position available immediately. 2-3 Shifts a week 3:30-9 pm. Busy neighborhood seafood restaurant in business since 1971. Just voted Best Seafood!...

Bartender position available

  • West Babylon, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Babylon, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Looking for reliable bartender. Experience preferred. Over 21 only....

Experienced Cocktail Bartender

  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago

cocktail experience -valid NYS Food Handler's Certificate *Interviews will be conducted on Friday, May 2nd 2025....

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Salary for Bartender Jobs Nationwide

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 Bartender positions.



Highest Education Level

Bartenders offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bartenders
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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