Bartender Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Northern Spy Bartenders & Servers

  • Canton, MA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 13 hours ago

The bar and lounge is dedicated to classic craft cocktails, New England draughts, and artisanal, small production wines. AM and PM, full and part time positions are available....

Servers & Bartenders

  • Somerset, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Somerset, MA
  • 16 hours ago

& Bartenders NOW HIRING: BARTENDERS SERVERS HOSTESSES AGORO'S PIZZA BAR & GRILL - SOMERSET, MA Ready to make money, have fun, and join a fast-paced team?...

Bartender position

  • Bourne, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bourne, MA
  • 17 hours ago

Bartender position (Bourne) Bridge View Grill 109 Trowbridge Rd near Rt 28 compensation: Minumun wage + tips employment type: job title: Bartender Immediate opening for a experienced bartender who can...

Part Time PM Bartender/Server - Bambara Cambridge

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 19 hours ago

**What You Bring** + 1 year of bartending experience is preferred. + Passion for crafting and personalizing guest experiences. + Excellent wine and spirits knowledge, great communication and presentation...

Apprentice Banquets Bartender On Call

  • Springfield, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Banquet Bartender - MGM Springfield The SHOW comes alive at MGM ResortsInternational....

Bartender - Outlets

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

POSITION SUMMARY 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...

Bartender

  • Mansfield, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, MA
  • 1 day ago

95% house infused mixers and 100% crafted cocktails. Only fresh fruit juice products. Great tip potential in a fast-paced medium volume fun dinning setting....

Bartender-Ocean Prime Boston

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

OCEAN PRIME is seeking a BARTENDER to join our team! Who are We? We are Great People Delivering Genuine Hospitality. What is Your Role?...

Bartender

  • Washington, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY 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...

Part Time PM Bartender/Server

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago

What You Bring 1 year of bartending experience is preferred. Passion for crafting and personalizing guest experiences....

Mystique - Bartender

  • Everett, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Everett, MA
  • 2 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...

Troquet on South Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Troquet on South is seeking a BARTENDER to join the team. You must be able to work at least one lunch shift per week, and two to four dinner shifts per week....

Gourmet Caterers Event Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: Event Bartenders will work events at a variety of venues throughout the Boston area....

Waitstaff And Bartender Wanted

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

waitstaff and bartender wanted (west roxbury) tonys place 188 baker st compensation: please call employment type: experience level: mid level job title: waitstaff bartender Waitstaff wanted day and...

Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

We're seeking a Bartender to join our Cafe Team. The Bartender will report directly to the Service Manager....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Massachusetts

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


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