Bartender Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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

  • Selland Family Restaurants
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 18 hours ago

The Bartender should also have sufficient experience and food/wine/liquor knowledge to hit the ground running....

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Bartender

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

busy Old Sacramento restaurant/bar hiring bartenders!! must have a current food handlers/RBS certificate Hours: Monday- Friday 3PM- 2AM Saturday- Sunday 11AM- 2AM please attach resume...

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Seeking Bartender and Server

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Hi future team member, we seeking experience bartender and server. We are classic Italian restaurant that been now open for two years....

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Bartender - Midtown

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Bartender- looking for a passionate, experienced bartender to add to our crew. We have a full craft cocktail bar so experience making cocktails is important....

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Professional Server/Bartender Prime Steakhouse

  • C. Knight's Steakhouse
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We serve up the finest USDA Prime cuts, seafood, artfully created entrees and craft cocktails. We are currently seeking an experienced Server/Bartender....

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AIONA Experienced Bartender Upscale Mediterranean Restaurant

  • Aiona
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications 2-3+ years of bartending experience in an upscale, craft cocktail, or high-volume restaurant or bar environment....

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Bartender Hard Rock Live

  • Hard Rock International
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: This knowledge and these abilities are typically acquired through the completion of an accredited bartending course, or two years outside experience...

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Bistro Bartender

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Elk Grove, CA (10 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (10 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 26 days ago

liquors, wines, beer, and non-alcoholic ingredients and replacing beer barrels Reconciles the bar's cash register at the end of the shift Position Requirements High School Diploma or GED 1 to 2 years of bartending...

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Bartender

  • Yard House
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

They guide Guests through our diverse beverage menu, cutting-edge draft beverage selections and hand-crafted cocktails....

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Bartender-Chevys

  • Xperience Restaurant Group
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

PURPOSE The Bartender is responsible for welcoming guests, accurately taking all food and beverage orders, and making sure they are delivered in a timely manner to the guests satisfaction DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES...

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Bartender

  • Troon
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

General Purpose: We are Esplanade at Madeira Ranch, Elk Grove’s premier 55+ resort-style community, dedicated to creating an exceptional lifestyle experience for our members. Our restaurant,...

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Bartender - Beverage 1

  • Hyatt Hotels Corp.
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Bartender, you'll be at the heart of our vibrant lounge and bar scene, where every shift is an opportunity to create memorable moments for our guests....

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Bartender

  • Cinemark
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

A Bartender does not just take orders they provide suggestions and use selling techniques to increase the order while enhancing the Guests visit....

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Buca di Beppo Bartender Buca di Beppo Roseville

  • Earl Enterprises
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Bartender contributes to the success of Buca di Beppo by serving the Guests within the restaurant....

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Bartender

  • Avolta
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Airport Location: Sacramento Airport F&B Advertised Compensation: $16.50 to Bartender Summary: The Bartender is responsible for greeting customers, taking drink/food orders, mixing ingredients such...

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Demographic Data for Sacramento, CA

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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 in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.8%
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 in Sacramento, CA
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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