Bartender Jobs in Connecticut

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

The Shore and Country Club is seeking motivated and enthusiastic bartenders....

Bartender

  • Litchfield, CT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Litchfield, CT
  • 20 hours ago

What you will need: Previous experience as a bartender or mixologist in a high-volume establishment, preferably within the hospitality industry....

Preparing and Serving Drinks: This includes crafting cocktails, pouring beers and wines, and ensuring drinks are made according to recipes and customer preferences....

Restaurant Bartender/Server - PM

  • Groton, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 2 days ago

The newly renovated Hilton Garden Inn Mystic/Groton is looking to add a service driven candidate to the restaurant team as a Bartender & Server....

Bartender - Beauty & Essex

  • Montville, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Montville, CT
  • 2 days ago

. + Previous bartending experience. + 1 year experience in a high-volume gourmet restaurant/nightclub/lounge. + In lieu of gourmet experience 3 years in comparable position is acceptable....

Guy Fieri's Foxwoods Kitchen + Bar - Host

  • Mashantucket, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT
  • 2 days ago

when needed according to company guidelines Promoting Big Night Entertainment Group in a positive and professional manner Working well with others as you will be working with other hosts, servers, bartenders...

Bartender

  • Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago

Bartender Overview : We are seeking a skilled and passionate Mixologist to join our team....

Part Time Evening Bartender for Hotel. $14 plus tips. 4pm-11pm

  • Windsor, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 4 days ago

Job Requirements Must be TIPS certified in the state of Connecticut This is a Part-Time position Must have a friendly disposition and the ability to work as a team with others Shift is mainly 4pm-11pm...

Bartender - Tuscany

  • Uncasville, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT
  • 4 days ago

products, supplies and glasses Maintains garnishes, glassware and overall cleanliness of bars Communicates to management on inventory and maintenance needs Minimum Education and Qualifications: Previous bartending...

OPEN HS Bartender + Server makes great tips in Greenwich CT

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 4 days ago

La Bistro in Greenwich is looking for experienced, energetic servers, bartenders, and bussers! English is a must....

Lead Bartender

  • Madison, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, CT
  • 4 days ago

Join our team as a Bartender where your creativity, passion for hospitality, and commitment to excellence will shine!...

SERVERS/BUSSERS/BARTENDERS needed ASAP(Luce, Hamden)

  • Hamden, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Hamden, CT
  • 4 days ago

Busy, upscale, family owned and operated, Italian restaurant looking for servers, bussers, and bartenders with experience in fine dining. WEEKENDS REQUIRED....

We're looking for experienced Servers and Bartenders to join our fast-paced, high-energy team at one of the island's busiest restaurants....

Bartenders/Mixologists Needed @ Cafe Fiore Cromwell

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 5 days ago

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED ONLY BARTENDERS/MIXOLOGISTS WITH KNOWLEDGE OF CRAFT COCKTAILS AND GARNISHES, WINES, AND EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE, RESPONSIBLE, RELIABLE, CLEAN AND PROFESSIONAL....

BARTENDER FOR LOST FOX INN TAVERN - $26-28/hr + Benefits

  • Litchfield, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Litchfield, CT
  • 6 days ago

Lost Fox Inn, located in Litchfield, CT is currently seeking an experienced and hospitable Bartender to join its FOH team!...

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Connecticut

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


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