Bartender Jobs in Boston, MA

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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Server /Bartender Full Time

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

What We're Looking For: Minimum 5 years of bartending experience in a high volume setting Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, beer & wine Energetic professionals who can serve and bartend seamlessly...

Bartenders

  • Malden, MA (5 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malden, MA (5 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

un Bartenders (MALDEN, MA) Exchange Street Bistro image 1 of 1 EXCHANGE STREET BISTRO LLC near 67 EXCHANGE STREET compensation: Hourly Wage + Gratuity employment type: job title: Bartender At Exchange...

Hotel Bartender

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

You could be the ideal candidate for the position of bartender at our busy restaurant....

Now Hiring: Bartender Golf & Sports Lounge

  • Andover, MA (20 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Andover, MA (20 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

employment type: job title: Bartender NOW HIRING: BARTENDER - GOLF & SPORTS LOUNGE Are you a pro at pouring the perfect pint and making every guest feel like a regular?...

Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

The Bartender provides excellent, interactive, and educational service as well as helps customers engage with the brands through alcohol sales....

Empire - Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

glassware to maintain an attractive display Other duties as assigned This job might be for you if you demonstrate the following abilities and meet the following qualifications: Minimum of 2 years bartending...

Bartender-Outlet 101

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Service Ensure that all drink orders from servers are accurately rung into the P.O.S. system before giving drinks to them Prepare all drink orders for guests according to outlet recipes Serve drinks...

Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Our Bartenders are responsible for providing the Gordon Ramsay standard of remarkable experiences and exceptional hospitality to our guests....

Bartender - Chelsea Chili's

  • Chelsea, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Role Overview Our bartenders mix more than a great drink! They serve amazing food and drinks while creating a lively atmosphere with hospitality that is absolutely Chili 's....

Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

As a bartender at bartaco, here's an overview of what you'll do: Preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for bar and dining room guests Adhere to bartaco recipes and procedures Restocking the...

Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

A Bartender provides friendly, cheerful, attentive and timely service to create an exceptional experience for all guests. Reports to the Restaurant Manager and instructs the Barback....

Bartender (On-Call)

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

This position is responsible for, all aspects of Bartending, providing knowledgeable, prompt and courteous service at the bar, as well as to the Servers....

Bartender or Talented Server will some bar knowledge needed for July 4

  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Bartender or Talented Server will some bar knowledge needed for July 4 (Norwood) image 1 of 2 compensation: $22 per hour plus house Gratuity TIP by the client....

Grace by Nia Seaport - Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago

glassware to maintain an attractive display Other duties as assigned This job might be for you if you demonstrate the following abilities and meet the following qualifications: Minimum of 2 years bartending...

Bartender (Part Time)

  • Ashland, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ashland, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Requirement : Prior restaurant and bartending experience is required. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available Pay Rate : $16.00 per hour....

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Boston, MA

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 Boston, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
27.6%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
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 Boston, MA
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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