Bartender Jobs in Michigan

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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Catering Bartender

  • Compass Group
  • Detroit, MI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 17 hours ago

Position Title: Catering Bartender - Ford Field We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1538996....

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Harvest Market Bartender

  • Niemann Foods
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 22 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 22 hours ago

SUMMARY The Niemann Harvest Market Bartender duties include but are not limited to providing excellent customer service, gaining product knowledge, rotation of product, merchandising, controlling shrink...

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Bartender

  • Longhorn Steakhouse
  • Allen Park, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Allen Park, MI
  • 2 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 - Restaurant / Lounge

  • Atrium Hospitality
  • Southfield, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 2 days ago

garnishes Complete daily opening/closing duties and accurately handle cash and tip reporting Keep workspaces sanitized and follow all food safety standards What We Are Looking For: At least 6 months of bartending...

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Bartender

  • Lacoste
  • Southfield, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 2 days ago

Bartender ROLE PURPOSE Mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to Guests of bar and service bar following standard recipes and the companys policies; merchandises drinks; and is attentive...

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Bartender

  • Red Lobster
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 3 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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Experienced Banquet Bartender

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 3 days ago

Efficiently serve wine, bottled or draft beer, and non-alcoholic beverages with proper garnishes - The Banquet Server serves guest needs by providing exceptional knowledge of food & beverage menu...

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Bartender

  • Hilton Garden Inn Ann Arbor
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago

Additionally, the bartender upsells items, creates recipes, utilizes proper equipment, and handles basic cleaning duties....

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Barista/Bartender

  • Resthaven
  • Holland, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 3 days ago

Barista/Bartender (Full-Time) At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession it's a calling....

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Barista/Bartender (Full-Time)

  • RestHaven
  • Holland, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 4 days ago

Barista/Bartender (Full-Time) At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession - it's a calling....

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Bartender

  • SSP Group
  • Flushing, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Flushing, MI
  • 4 days ago

Skills: One year bartending experience required, including certification by state, federal, or local required training program....

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Server/Bartender

  • Tilray
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago

Server/Bartender - Atwater Brewery (Detroit, MI) Atwater Brewery GPP is looking to add to the team. Our portfolio of award-winning craft beers offers something for everyone....

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Bartender

  • Bloomin' Brands, Inc.
  • Flint, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Flint, MI
  • 6 days ago

Come join the Outback family as a Bartender, where you'll efficiently craft every drink to perfection and serve customers responsibly....

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Bartender

  • Landry's
  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 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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Tcch Beverage Server

  • Grand Traverse Resort and Casinos
  • Williamsburg, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Williamsburg, MI
  • 7 days ago

Max Rate includes Average Tip Rate Annual Average Hourly Tip Rate $18.14 per hour See Below for Shift Details and Full Job Description JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Are you looking for an exciting and...

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Demographic Data for Michigan

Moving to Michigan? Find some basic demographic data about Michigan below.


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Bartender Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Michigan

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


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