Bartender Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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

  • Fleming's Steakhouse
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 17 hours ago

As a Bartender, you must efficiently craft every drink to perfection and serve our Guests responsibly....

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Bartender

  • Dine Brands
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for talented Bartenders: This restaurant front-of-house job for bartenders will focus on guest service and bar customers, and you will be expected to provide great customer service in...

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Bartender

  • PeopleReady
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago

Bartender PeopleReady of Sarasota, FL is now hiring Bartenders! Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow....

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Bartender

  • KOLTER HOSPITALITY GROUP
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 3 days ago

A Kolter Hospitality Bartender delivers service excellence to our guests and creates a welcoming and comfortable environment....

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Bartender/Barista - Suncoast - 4am Start

  • Paradies Lagardere
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago

Your career deserves... MORE OPPORTUNITIES Paradies Lagardere is an award-winning and innovative Airport Concessionaire. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill our roles in a retail and...

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Bartender- FT (Independent Living)

  • The Glenridge On Palmer Ranch
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: Must have at least a High School diploma or equivalent and have successful completion of a school of Bartending. At least one (1) year experience as a Bartender required....

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Female Bartender

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 8 days ago

un Female Bartender (Sarasota) compensation: Negotiable Immediate Need!! Seeking a free spirited fun loving and openminded bartender for parttime club gig and occasional events....

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Lifestyle Bartender

  • The Ritz-Carlton
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 14 days ago

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

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Bartender/Server

  • Red Grouper Tavern
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 14 days ago

un Bartender/Server (Venice) Red Grouper Tavern 345 Commercial Ct near Jacaranda compensation: Minimum plus tips employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Bartender/Server Bartender/Server...

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Bartender - Bradenton Area CC

  • UnitedStates
  • Palmetto, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Palmetto, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications Previous experience as a bartender preferred Knowledge of bartending principles and recipes and current trends Able to obtain all Aramark and state/local required alcohol service certifications...

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Bartender (Upscale / Fine Dining)

  • Landry's
  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 19 days ago

Bartender This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment they walk through our...

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Bartender Ford's Garage-Sarasota-UTC, FL

  • Ford's Garage
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 22 days ago

Bartenders work behind the bar taking orders and delivering food and beverage to our guests while maintaining and enhancing the quality of our service....

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Bartender - Ellenton Chilis

  • Chili's
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 23 days ago

Bartender - Ellenton Chili's 6010 US Highway 301 N Ellenton, FL 34222 Back to search results Role Overview Our bartenders mix more than a great drink!...

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Bartender

  • Harbor Retirement Associates
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 25 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 25 days ago

Must successfully pass the (STATE) Liquor Control Board approved Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP)- Server/Seller training program Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures...

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Bartender

  • Red Lobster
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

We are part of the communities we serve, and this is where new friends become familiar faces Your responsibilities as a Bartender will include, but are not limited to: Welcoming guests and greeting...

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Demographic Data for Sarasota, FL

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bartender positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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