Bartender Jobs in Nashville, TN

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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Part Time - Bartender - Ole Red Nashville

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Education High School diploma or equivalent required Experience Bartending experience in high-volume restaurant/bar Working knowledge of high-volume restaurant operations and safe, responsible alcohol...

Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Bartenders are responsible for consistently delivering exceptional guest experiences to all that come through our door....

Fins Bartender - Part Time

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Prefer 1 year of bartending experience Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable Display knowledge of drink recipes, drink and wine merchandising specials Excellent customer...

Bartender at Scouts Pub in Franklin

  • Franklin, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Home Back to all jobs Bartender at Scout's Pub in Franklin 158 Front Street, Franklin, TN, USA 7.25 per hour Base + Tips Part Time Email Me This Job Scout's Pub in Franklin, TN is hiring BARTENDERS...

Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Miel is hiring a bartender for its quaint, curated bar program. Like the food menu the bar focuses on seasonality with a constantly changing menu....

Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring Bartenders for our Lobby Bar!...

Bartender- Fat Bottom Restaurant Nashville International Airport

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago

POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Bartender EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt POSITION REPORTS TO: General Manager DEPARTMENT: Dining Duties and Responsibilities: Exceed First Class Service standards...

Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Job Number 24200206 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Inn at Opryland A Gaylord Hotel, 2401 Music Valley Drive, Nashville, Tennessee, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule...

Full Time - Bartender - Ole Red Nashville Airport - AM Shift

  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago

Maintain bartender bank; perform cash pull / check out procedures....

Catering Bartender, Bridgestone Arena

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring part-time Bartenders to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee....

Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all. 0 - 1 year of related experience If applicable, holds appropriate license, certification, or permit to bartend...

Catering Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring part-time Bartenders to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee....

Bartender/Sound Tech

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

job title: Bartender/Sound Tech Full Time Bartender that can also run sound for bands....

Bar Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago

possess the following qualifications and be able to explain and demonstrate that s/he can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation: One + years experience as Bartender...

Bartender Hilton Nashville Green Hills Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago

Perform other food and beverage functions such as bartending and bussing in the event of staffing shortage or peak periods....

Demographic Data for Nashville, TN

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Nashville, TN

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 Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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