Bartender Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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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Bartender

  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 hours ago

Bartender (Sumner, IL) Local Bartending School compensation: $35 per hour employment type: job title: Urgent - Bartender Needed LBS is a Bartending School providing Certification in The U.S online and...

Bartender $18hr +Tips

  • Graham, WA (15 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Graham, WA (15 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 hours ago

(Preferred) - Food Worker Card(Preferred) - Set Schedule - Able to work evenings & weekends - Have reliable Transportation - Have reliable Childcare - Team Player - Able to Perform the duties of a Bartender...

Bartender wanted, Several shifts. Vets encouraged

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 1 day ago

un Bartender wanted, Several shifts....

Server Bartender - Sportsbook (Part-Time)

  • Auburn, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Alcohol Service Permit Class 12 required. 1 (one) year experience in bartending required. Bartending School or equivalent training preferred....

Part-Time Bartender

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Minimum one (1) year experience as a Bartender in a high volume setting. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to remain calm and professional....

Bartender (Full Time)

  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for full time BARTENDER positions. Location: Delta SEA - 17801 International Blvd., Seatac, WA 98158. Note: online applications accepted only....

Bartender (Full Time)

  • Seatac, WA (18 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (18 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Requirement : Previous experience in bartending and customer service is preferred. Perks : Weekly pay! Pay Rate : $20.17 per hour We Make Applying Easy!...

Beverage Server

  • Fife, WA (5 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fife, WA (5 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Duties include take beverage orders and upselling, accepting money and making change, processing credit transactions, operating POS system and assisting the bartenders with stocking and maintaining...

BARTENDER - Dune Peninsula Concert Series (Part-time, Seasonal)

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: BARTENDER - Dune Peninsula Concert Series (Part-time, Seasonal) Pay Rate: $16.66 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

BARTENDER - Dune Peninsula Concert Series (Part-time, Seasonal)

  • Tacoma, WA (5 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (5 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Title: BARTENDER - Dune Peninsula Concert Series (Part-time, Seasonal) Pay Rate : $16.66 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Bartender/Server

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Bartender/Server The SandBar & Grill thesandbarandgrill.net BAR PART-TIME 16.66/HR + TIPS TACOMA Bartender/Server We are searching for a Bartender/Server toplete our Team at our location on the Port...

Bartender

  • Burien, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Burien, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Bartender Tin Room Bar & Restaurant tinroombar BAR PART-TIME 18/HR + TIPS BURIEN The Tin Room in Burien is under new ownership with a new craft cocktail menu and a new chef-created scratch menu using...

Bartender Tipped

  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 20 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...

Pool Bartender

  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are Invited. At Invited Clubs, work feels like play as you build relationships with your team and meet Members from all different backgrounds. Every time you step foot in your Club, you can...

Bartender

  • Bonney Lake, WA (14 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA (14 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Transports plates, glasses, and baskets to and from dining room, service bar, and the kitchen about 30 times per shift (depending on flow of business)....

Demographic Data for Lakewood, WA

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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 Lakewood, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
27.6%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
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 Lakewood, WA
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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