Bartender Jobs in Hoboken, NJ

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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Rooftop Bartender

The bartender will greet customers, learn about their preferences, answer questions, recommend menu items, and prepare and serve beverages and food....

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Waiter/Bartender

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Waiter/Bartender....

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Server/Bartender

  • Five Iron Golf
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Meet state minimum age to bartend. Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs....

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Holiday Help Needed Now Hiring Waitstaff and Bartenders

  • Staten Island, NY (8 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (8 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Were hiring Waitstaff and Bartenders for off-premise catering events across Staten Island and New Jersey....

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Bartender - Long Island City Area

  • Posted June 3, 2026
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Employee perks: Tips Benefits Career advancements Requirements: Prior bartending experience Intimate knowledge of - and experience with - various spirits, classic cocktails, beer, & wine TIPS/ServSafe...

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Bartender

  • Coquito Blu
  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Looking for an experienced bartender to alternate with current staff. sufficient hours to go around Compensation Details Compensation: Weekly ($500.00...

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Looking for Managerial/Bartender Candidates for East Side Bar

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Busy bar on the East Side focused in Craft Beer is taking applications for both Managers and Bartenders!...

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Open Call for servers and bartender

  • Scarsdale, NY (22 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (22 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Bar Restaurant located in Scarsdale NY. (Not in NYC ) We are seeking motivated team members. The ideal candidates are knowledgeable, flexible, reliable. These positions offers the opportunity to...

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Osteria Carlina is Looking for a Runner, Bartender/Server, and Hostess

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Bartender/Server-Our restaurant needs someone who can be both fast making drinks, and elegant while serving guests. Knowing when extended conversation is appropriate and when to move with meaning....

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Bartender (PT)

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Bartender needed Japanese Omakase & Cocktail Bar We are currently looking for a bartender to join our team. We are primarily seeking availability on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays....

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Experienced Night Bartender Wanted ASAP

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Friendly, welcoming, experienced bartender wanted for new sportsbar and grill in Chelsea. Please have NYC experience and have or be able to build a following....

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Golden Offer for Part Time Bartender

  • Oakland, NJ (22 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Oakland, NJ (22 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Two to three nights of tending in a luxurious lounge and bar to meet, serve and earn a great amount of money for your efforts. Patrons are wonderful. Experience preferred.

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Bartender/Mixologist

  • Ridgewood, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ridgewood, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Prestigious Bergen County Restaurant is seeking experienced talented bartenders/ mixologists to join the team. Please have a minimum of 2 years of experience in high volume restaurant....

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Bartender

  • Olio e Piu - East Village
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

We are looking for experienced Bartenders who are excited and passionate about hospitality....

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Head Bartender

  • Baohaus Restaurant
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Baohaus is hiring a Head Bartender to lead a beerandwine focused bar under an SLA license (no full liquor, beer and wine only)....

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Demographic Data for Hoboken, NJ

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Hoboken, NJ

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 Hoboken, NJ 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 Hoboken, NJ
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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