Bartender Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Servers & Bartenders

  • PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • PA
  • 18 hours ago

un Servers & Bartenders (North Hills) barrel junction compensation: 12 - 25 / Hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Server & Bartender BARREL JUNCTION is hiring all positions:...

Bartender

  • Middle City West, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Middle City West, PA
  • 18 hours ago

TIPS certified a plus. Previous bartending/mixologist experience required or equivalent training. Food Sanitation certificate a plus, required within 90 days of employment....

AM Bartender

  • Middle City West, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Middle City West, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Qualifications Education/Formal Training Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified Experience 6 months bartending Knowledge/Skills Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages....

Bartender

  • Exton, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Exton, PA
  • 22 hours ago

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is hiring BARTENDERS!...

Banquet Bartender

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Established Northeast Philadelphia Caterer looking for bartender's part time. Perfect job for those looking to make extra money.

AM Bartender

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Education/Formal Training Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified Experience 6 months bartending Knowledge/Skills Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages....

Server, bartender and hostess

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

New Hotpot and Grill restaurant is hiring server, bartender and hostess, full time and part time....

Servers & Bartenders

  • Allison Park, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Allison Park, PA
  • 2 days ago

BARREL JUNCTION is hiring all positions: Servers Bartenders Hostess Food Runner Kitchen Help Line Cooks...

Bartender

  • New Castle, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Castle, PA
  • 2 days ago

Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacting with customers, managing bar inventory, and ensuring responsible alcohol service, while maintaining a clean and organized...

Metal Pourer - 2nd Shift

  • Quarryville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Quarryville, PA
  • 2 days ago

Buck Company, located in Quarryville, PA, is searching for a motivated, dependable, and ambitious individual to join our team as Metal Pourer on 2nd shift. This position requires the operation of...

Metal Pourer - 1st Shift

  • Quarryville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Quarryville, PA
  • 2 days ago

Buck Company, located in Quarryville, PA, is searching for a motivated, dependable, and ambitious individual to join our team as Metal Pourer on 1st shift. This position requires the operation of...

Bartender - The Pavilion at Montage Mountain

  • Scranton, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Scranton, PA
  • 2 days ago

The Role Bartenders are responsible for positive guest interactions while accurately mixing and serving beverages to guests and servers in a friendly and efficient manner....

Bartender - Trevi 5

  • Hershey, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 3 days ago

Join the team at The Hotel Hershey, a luxury resort best known for its refined elegance, signature services, and abundant amenities. The Hotel Hershey is situated high atop the town of Hershey and...

Full Time/Part Time Bartender Needed

  • Wayne, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Wayne, PA
  • 3 days ago

Christopher's in Wayne is seeking experienced Bartenders to join the team at our busy restaurant in downtown Wayne, PA....

Bartender

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 3 days ago

As a Bartender, you know what it takes to create a fun and welcoming environment at the bar, serving food in the bar area and preparing flavorful and satisfying beverages for all guests....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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


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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Pennsylvania

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


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