Bartender Jobs in Shelton, CT

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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The Shore and Country Club

Bartender

This hands-on role supports the Head Bartender and works closely with barbacks, servers, and management to ensure timely, professional, and high-quality service in all club outlets....

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Bartender (PT/FT)

  • The Rose Group
  • Newtown, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Newtown, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Our bartenders know that being sales savvy, having an outgoing personality and a natural ability to maintain the bar's rhythm leads to good times and good money. Who are we looking for?...

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Bartending / Bar Managing / Mixologist

  • New Haven, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 2 hours ago

un bartending / bar managing / mixologist compensation: tip/hourly employment type: job title: service seeking talented individuals to enhance bar menu and develop a bar program restaurant and event...

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Bartending / Bar Managing / Mixologist

  • New Haven, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Haven, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 1 day ago

seeking talented individuals to enhance bar menu and develop a bar program restaurant and event space

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Bistro Bartender

  • Courtyard Shelton
  • Shelton, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 1 day ago

Bistro Bartender Overview : We are looking for a professional mixologist who has a passion for creating memories through their drink preparation and experimentation....

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Bartender

  • Waterbury, CT (17 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (17 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 5 days ago

We have a bartender position available for our Italian restaurant/bar. Job will require bartending or waitressing experience. Applicant can choose between full-time or part-time....

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Bartender

  • 99 Restaurants
  • Wallingford, CT (19 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (19 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Now Hiring / Immediate Opportunities Available for Full Time & Part Time: Bartenders / Bar Tender / Mixologist At Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub we're always looking for great team members to join in...

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Bartender (June) - W Barcelona

  • Marriott International
  • Fairfield, CT (12 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (12 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar...

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Bartender

  • Longhorn Steakhouse
  • Shelton, CT
  • 15 days ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 15 days ago

Our Bartenders not only make a great drink... they POUR themselves into our strong culture of creating authentic connections with all our loyal Guests and passionate team members....

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Bartender

  • The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges
  • Pound Ridge, NY (23 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pound Ridge, NY (23 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 19 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details The Inn at Pound Ridge is Seeking Experienced Bartenders!...

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Bartender/ Server

  • The Lodge Bar and Grill
  • Southbury, CT (11 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • Southbury, CT (11 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 20 days ago

un Bartender/ Server (Southbury) The Lodge Bar and Grill 1455 Southford rd near Route 188 compensation: Salary plus tips employment type: job title: Bartender/ Server Experience needed....

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Bartender

  • Bear's Smokehouse
  • New Haven, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (10 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 20 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Bartender creates a vibrant, welcoming bar environment that elevates the guest experience....

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Bartender - Waterbury Chilis

  • Chili's
  • Waterbury, CT (17 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 23 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (17 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 23 days ago

Bartender - Waterbury Chili's 225 Union St Waterbury, CT 06706 Min: $6.00 Hourly | Max: $6.00 Hourly *Plus Tips Back to search results Role Overview Our bartenders mix more than a great drink!...

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FOH - Bartender

  • SA Hospitality Group
  • Westport, CT (16 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westport, CT (16 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

SA Hospitality Group is Italian at heart, the vision of Gherardo Guarducci and Dimitri Pauli who have translated old-world sensibilities to appeal to modern-day New York City clientele. Since...

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Lounge Bartender

  • Ethan Allen
  • Danbury, CT (18 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT (18 miles from Shelton, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Technology and Equipment: POS System/Micros System...

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Demographic Data for Shelton, CT

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Shelton, CT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bartender positions.



Highest Education Level

Bartenders in Shelton, CT 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 Shelton, CT
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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