Bartender Jobs in California

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

  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities - Provide high-quality service to guests - Adhere to all liquor laws - Mix and serve craft cocktails -Help create cocktail list and keep cocktail, beer, and wine list fresh and trendy...

Entry Level Bartender/Server

  • Citrus Heights, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Corner Spot Karaoke are looking for an enthusiastic Server/Bartender to provide our guest an excellent experience....

Bartending School/Bartender Staffing Agency. Make $300+ A Shift

  • Riverside, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 3 hours ago

IEBS is the nation's TOP-RATED BARTENDING SCHOOL and SoCal's ONLY Bartender Staffing Agency.IEBS specializes in training students to bartend like 10-year pro's, teaching them how to make money and really...

Hiring Passionate Bartenders

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 hours ago

part of a friendly, high-energy team What Were Looking For: No prior bartending experience or education required as successful applicants would be trained Knowledge of classic and modern craft cocktails...

Bartender

  • Half Moon Bay, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Must be TIPS certified. Must have a minimum of 6 months Bartender Experience. Ability to work flexible hours....

Bartenders Wanted

  • Inglewood, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Inglewood, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Bartenders Bartenders: This position requires a minimum of 1 year bartending experience. RBS Certification is a requirement. You must be able to work till late in the evening as needed....

Bartender Wanted

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Hollywood United States Bartender...

Now Hiring: Event Staff, Servers, Bartenders & Brand Ambassadors Los

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 hours ago

un Now Hiring: Event Staff, Servers, Bartenders & Brand Ambassadors - Los compensation: 20-30ph Now Hiring: Event Staff, Servers, Bartenders & Brand Ambassadors - Los Angeles Join RubyLemon's elite...

Mammoth Mountain Bartender Woollys

  • Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Levy Sector Position Title: [[extTitle]] Pay Range: $16.00 to $18.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number...

Experienced BARTENDERS/SERVERS Needed

  • CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • CA
  • 9 hours ago

Experienced BARTENDERS/SERVERS Needed (Huntington Beach) compensation: minimum wage plus tips employment type: job title: Bartender/Server Popular neighborhood Sports Bar looking for experienced BARTENDERS...

Experienced bartender & barback wanted

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Must know how to work with fresh juices, house made syrups, specialty/craft cocktails. Must be know whiskey and commit to learning and studying Acme's 1000 bottle collection....

Calling Bartenders! Work Oceanside Events!

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Calling Bartenders! Work Oceanside Events! (Oceanside) compensation: $26/hr Looking for flexible work where no two days are the same?...

Bartender, Tenaya Lodge At Yosemite

  • Fish Camp, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fish Camp, CA
  • 12 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring part-time Bartenders to join our team at Tenaya Lodge At Yosemite in Fish Camp, California....

Basin Bar - Seasonal Pool Bartender (Part Time)

  • Napa, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 13 hours ago

system ensuring correct timing and billing Prepare the guest check accurately and collect payment or signature, as required Operate, maintain and properly clean all bar equipment and fittings Ensure...

Hotel Lead Bartender

  • Tuolumne, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tuolumne, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Provides supervision and guidance to Bartenders reporting needs for counseling and corrective to the Hotel General Manager....

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in California

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 California offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.7%
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 in California
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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