Bartender Jobs in New Jersey

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

  • Asbury Park, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ
  • 10 hours 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...

Bar tender

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Bar tender (Morristown) compensation: Salary and tips employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Server Experience bartender for fine Italian restaurant Principals only....

Bartender

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Now Hiring / Immediately Hiring: Bartender Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned....

Experienced Fine Dining Bartender

  • North Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago

To Apply: Please send your resume along with a short introduction about your experience and bartending philosophy to .... Serious applicants only....

Server / Bartender

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Popular downtown Jersey City Italian restaurant looking for experienced and dynamic servers and bartenders. Join our family! Opportunities for advancement. A positive and caring work environment....

Bartender

  • NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • NJ
  • 1 day ago

If hired, you'd be required to wear a bartender outfit. Please include a recent photo and resume in your email. if you do not send a photo or a resume you will not be considered....

Host/Hostess, Server, Bartender Wanted

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time/Full-time - Host/Hostess, Server, Bartender Positions available Exciting new restaurant in the American Dream Mall! Excellent job opportunities....

Bartenders, Servers & Server Assistants.

  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Pazza (Franklin Lakes) is hiring bartenders, servers & server assistants. We are a high volume establishment that tends to fill up every day for lunch and dinner services....

Bartender - The Balcony (Seasonal, Friday And Saturday Night)

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Overview It is the responsibility of the bartender to prepare and serve cocktails to servers and the guests in a friendly and efficient manner....

Experienced Bartenders

  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Luna Rossa Biagio Lamberti in Turnersville is looking for experienced bartenders with at least 1-year prior experience in a high-volume bar that can work in a fast-paced environment with flexible availability...

Beach Bar Host - AVA Beach Bar

  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Avenue is a modern answer to a blend of the Parisian brasserie & the luxurious beaches of St. Tropez, located on the private beach of Long Branch. Host Responsibilities include, but are not...

Bartenders/Servers

  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 3 days ago

All positions available, Restaurant/Bar We are looking for experienced responsible staff: Part Time available, Nights Weekends Friday/Sunday Nights Servers Bartenders Lead Cook Cooks Prep/Line cooks...

Bartender

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 4 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...

Bartender

  • Orange, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, NJ
  • 4 days ago

un Bartender (Orange) Libretti's Restaurant 554 Nassau street compensation: Shift Pay/Tips employment type: job title: Bartender Experienced Bartenders. Busy Italian Restaurant Principals only....

Bartender

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - plus tips. Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment to provide guests with a fresh dining experience that...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Local
National
9,288,994
232,891

Salary for Bartender Jobs in New Jersey

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


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