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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Join the Zipfizz Team as a Brand Promoter! Are you ready to take your energy and career to the next level? Zipfizz, the ultimate vitamin, energy, and hydration drink, is looking for enthusiastic...

Crow's Nest Bartender

  • Marquette, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Marquette, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Compensation: Starting at $12.50 per hour, plus tips, Seasonal, Temporary, Part-Time Imagine serving up expertly crafted cocktails while enjoying panoramic views of magnificent Lake Superior....

IRONWOOD GRILL now hiring Servers, Bartenders and Hosts

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 1 day ago

Ironwood Grill - Plymouth is now seeking: EXPERIENCED Servers, Bartenders, Expo & Hostesses If you enjoy working in a high energy, fun, exciting environment we want you to be a part of our team!...

Yacht Club Restaurant Bartender

  • Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • 1 day ago

service with a focus on social engagement Monitoring guest alcohol consumption and ensuring responsible service Slowing and refusing alcoholic service when necessary Seeking to continuously enhance bartending...

Server/ Bartender

  • Brutus, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Brutus, MI
  • 1 day ago

We're excited you're here and thrilled by your interest in joining our team. At Rusty Saw, we believe in fostering a supportive, engaging environment where passionate people can thrive. We take...

Bartender

  • Midland, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 2 days ago

BARTENDER MIDLAND, MI Description The position of the bartender is to provide an excellent guest experience, make signature cocktails, and offer recommendations regarding the local craft beers and wines...

Specialty Bartender - DPRIME - MGM Grand Detroit

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

THE JOB: A Specialty Bartender has passion for mixology, knowledge of craft cocktails, and the ability to provide an exceptional guest service....

Specialty Bartender - TAP - MGM Grand Detroit

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

THE JOB: A Specialty Bartender has passion for mixology, knowledge of craft cocktails, and the ability to provide an exceptional guest service....

Bartender

  • Mackinac Island, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Mackinac Island, MI
  • 4 days ago

This position reports directly to the Lead Bartender and Beverage Manager....

Here is what you will be doing each day: As our Restaurant Bartender, you will be working with our Restaurant team to ensure that beverages and/or food are served to guests in a friendly, courteous,...

Seeking Bartender / Server To Sell In Costco - $20/HR + Commission

  • Madison Heights, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison Heights, MI
  • 5 days ago

Join the Zipfizz Team as a Brand Promoter! Are you ready to take your energy and career to the next level? Zipfizz, the ultimate vitamin, energy, and hydration drink, is looking for enthusiastic...

Bartender - Ann Arbor Chilis

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 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....

Experienced bartender/server

  • Utica, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Utica, MI
  • 6 days ago

Looking to fill evening waiter/bartender position....

BARTENDER/WAITRESS full or part time

  • Macomb, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Macomb, MI
  • 7 days ago

Bartender/Waitress Goldie's Saloon is looking for an experienced, dependable, bartender/waitress who is able to work at least 2 or 3 day shifts, possibly 1 or 2 night shifts....

Bartender

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 7 days ago

Perform various other duties as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of High School education Minimum of three (3) years in a bartending role Certification in bartending preferred Alcohol awareness...

Demographic Data for Michigan

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


Local
National
10,077,306
222,152

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
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.6%
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 Michigan
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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