Bartender Jobs in Tennessee

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.

1-15 of 122 Jobs

Bartender

  • Bristol, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bristol, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Position Title: BARTENDER Pay Range : $8.00 to $8.00 Work the 2025 MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Bartender - Barlines Part Time

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Accurately takes food and beverage orders from guests and promptly records all transactions in Micros system. Maintains guest tabs and processes payment promptly. Monitors pars....

Bartender TownePlace Suites Clari Park, Murfreesboro Murfreesboro, TN

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 day ago

Bartender TownePlace Suites Clari Park, Murfreesboro Murfreesboro, TN Responsibilities Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks Assess...

Bartender Hyatt Place Nashville Opryland Nashville, TN

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

Bartender Hyatt Place Nashville Opryland Nashville, TN Compensation: $14.00 to $18.00 per hour Responsibilities Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages Interact with customers, take orders and serve...

Bartender

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 1 day ago

Bartenders show enthusiasm, liquor knowledge, and great conversation skills that make bar Guests feel at home. So much so that they'll want to come back, just to see you!...

Bartender

  • Hermitage, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 2 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....

Sound/Bartender Needed for local bar

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Bartender needed for family owned bar in Bellevue with focus on live music Bartender who can also do sound is ideal. Can be trained but basic knowledge preferred. If interested, please email ......

Bistro Server/Bartender

  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Additional Information** Evening Shift, Guest Service Expert **Job Number** 25097821 **Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary **Location** Courtyard Nashville Goodlettsville, 865 Conference...

Catering Bartender - FedExForum Memphis Grizzlies

  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago

Catering Bartender - FedExForum Memphis Grizzlies Compass Group paid time off United States, Tennessee, Memphis 191 Beale Street (Show on map) Jun 17, 2025 Levy Sector Position Title: [[extTitle Pay...

Bartender (Full-Time)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

About Us Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Bartender- Weeknights(Afternoon/Evening Shifts)

  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago

liquors, wines, beer, and non-alcoholic ingredients and replacing beer barrels Reconciles the bar's cash register at the end of the shift Position Requirements High School Diploma or GED 1 to 2 years of bartending...

Kitchen+Bar - Bartender

  • Strawberry Plains, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Strawberry Plains, TN
  • 5 days ago

One experience bartending required. Two or more years of bartender experience preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of two years of college preferred....

Bartender

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 5 days ago

2708 Roby Corlew Lane Murfreesboro, TN 37129 120 Room Hotel Managed By Chartwell Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn We are looking for an enthusiastic bartender...

Cafe Yolan Bartender

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Cafe Yolan Bartender The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville Nashville, TN Job Details Part-time Estimated: $20.3K - $33.1K a year 2 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Dental...

Bartenders

  • Germantown, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Germantown, TN
  • 7 days ago

Bartenders in TN - Germantown - #5013 (7515 Poplar Ave) BARTENDERS Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill is an upscale steakhouse, specializing in hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood selections, signature salads...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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


Local
National
6,903,473
143,447

Bartender Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Bartender Pro: Become A Hospitality Bartender Today!
In this course, we show you how to become a professional bartender by providing you a step-by-step process and all the ins-and-outs of the service industry. We'll be walking you step-by-step...
Corso Bartender
In questo video-percorso formativo imparerai le nozioni basilari per diventare una barman professionista e intraprendere quindi una carriera professionale di successo nel mondo dl bartending e dei...
How To Be A Successful Bartender
The no B.S. guide to becoming a successful bartender. Learn all of the techniques and habits to thrive in any cocktail bar in the world.Ever wanted to bartend professionally? Then this is the...

Salary for Bartender Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
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 Tennessee
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Bartender Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »