Bartender Jobs in the United States
Smooth Bar & Lounge
Concord, NC
We are looking for a professional, high-energy bartender with excellent communication skills to serve classical cocktails and exciting new beverages to our customers. Handling cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons, balancing the cash register.
Ancho and Agave
Lombard, IL
Bartender responsibilities include but are not limited to preparing alcoholic and nonalcoholicbeverages for bar patrons and restaurant guests, interacting with customers, taking food & drink orders,serving guests with a warm, friendly smile, guest retention, cleaning, sanitizing, side work, teamwork ofall varieties, reporting thoroughly to management, being responsible for cash and credit payments, etc. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Deer Park, IL
Bartender responsibilities include but are not limited to preparing alcoholic and nonalcoholicbeverages for bar patrons and restaurant guests, interacting with customers, taking food & drink orders,serving guests with a warm, friendly smile, guest retention, cleaning, sanitizing, side work, teamwork ofall varieties, reporting thoroughly to management, being responsible for cash and credit payments, etc. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Omaha, NE
Bartender responsibilities include but are not limited to preparing alcoholic and nonalcoholicbeverages for bar patrons and restaurant guests, interacting with customers, taking food & drink orders,serving guests with a warm, friendly smile, guest retention, cleaning, sanitizing, side work, teamwork ofall varieties, reporting thoroughly to management, being responsible for cash and credit payments, etc. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Middleton, WI
Dishwasher responsibilities include but are not limited to performing various kitchen cleaning andstorage activities, washing dishes, storing and rotating food and supplies, janitorial duties in variousservice areas such as dining room, restrooms, and other areas associated with the upkeep of therestaurant. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Omaha, NE
Dishwasher responsibilities include but are not limited to performing various kitchen cleaning andstorage activities, washing dishes, storing and rotating food and supplies, janitorial duties in variousservice areas such as dining room, restrooms, and other areas associated with the upkeep of therestaurant. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Deer Park, IL
Dishwasher responsibilities include but are not limited to performing various kitchen cleaning andstorage activities, washing dishes, storing and rotating food and supplies, janitorial duties in variousservice areas such as dining room, restrooms, and other areas associated with the upkeep of therestaurant. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Bloomington, IL
Dishwasher responsibilities include but are not limited to performing various kitchen cleaning andstorage activities, washing dishes, storing and rotating food and supplies, janitorial duties in variousservice areas such as dining room, restrooms, and other areas associated with the upkeep of therestaurant. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Ancho and Agave
Bloomington, IL
Server responsibilities include but are not limited to greeting guests, offering menu assistance,presenting menu specials, answering guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items, order taking,delivering food and beverages, making sure guests' meals and their experience is as perfect as possible,serving guests with a warm, friendly smile, guest retention, cleaning, sanitizing, side work, teamwork ofall varieties, reporting thoroughly to management, being responsible for cash and credit payments, etc. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together qualityingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
Bartender Jobs Overview
A sandwich walks into a bar. The bartender says, “Sorry, we don’t serve food here.”
If you spend enough time in bartender jobs, you will hear every “walks into a bar” joke ever written. A good bartender is likely to laugh along since being friendly with customers is one of the keys to success in the bartending industry.
And according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the best bartenders are going to be in high demand. The BLS is projecting an impressive 32% growth in bartending jobs over the next 10 years, mostly in full-service restaurants and bars. Additional bartender jobs are opening up as more grocery stores and movie theaters offer beverage service to their customers.
Along with mixing and serving drinks, a bartender is often responsible for cleaning the bar, tables, and work areas, ordering liquor from suppliers, and preparing garnishes. Many bars offer food, requiring bartenders to take and serve orders. Two of the most critical responsibilities of bartenders are to make sure customers are of legal drinking age and to monitor customers to make sure they are not intoxicated to the point of impairment.
If you love working in food service, you may want to expand your search to related jobs such as:
Bartender Training and Skills
You can become a bartender with no formal training. If you’re a fast learner, you can pick up drink-making skills on the job, especially if you already work as a barback or cocktail server. If you’re passionate about working as a bartender, there are several ways you can improve your skills and become a master mixologist:
- Attend bartending and mixology schools that teach you how to perfect your cocktails.
- Teach yourself how to make drinks from books with cocktail recipes.
- Get a TIPS Certification to learn responsible bartending practices.
Qualities you need to be a good bartender include:
- Communication and customer service skills to get drink orders right, make recommendations, and create a friendly environment for bar guests. (It also can’t hurt to know a few “a guy walks into a bar” jokes yourself.)
- Sound decision-making to be aware of and refuse service to underage and overly intoxicated customers.
- Physical strength and stamina to stand on your feet and walk for hours at a time and lift and carry cases of beer, liquor, and bar supplies.
Take a look at this sample Monster job ad to see what else you might need to get bartending jobs.
Update Your Bartender Resume
If you need to concoct a resume, or just refresh yours, look at this sample bartender resume to see what information to include. An accompanying cover letter is a plus when applying for bartender jobs because it can convey your personality and enthusiasm for your work. If you’re applying for your first bartender positions, be sure to mention any past jobs that have required customer service, since that’s a critical skill for a bartender.
Interviewing for a Bartender Job
When you interview for a bartending job, you’ll probably speak with the restaurant or bar owner or manager. They’ll want to know about your skills and experience mixing drinks. You’ll also be asked questions about your customer service skills.
While we can’t tell you exactly what questions you’ll face, here is a list of the 10 most common interview questions. The interviewer might also ask you behavioral questions about how you’ve handled situations in the past that you’re likely to face in your new role. A typical bartending question in this category would be, “How have you handled a customer who was too intoxicated to drive home?”
How Much Do Bartender Jobs Pay?
According to Monster, the median pay for a bartender in the U.S. is $11.45 per hour. But a good portion of bartender pay is based on tips. Bars and restaurants have various policies about distributing and reporting tips, so be sure to ask about the establishment’s tip policy during your interview. You can also see how your pay might differ depending on where you live by using Monster’s Salary Tools.
Want to Learn More About a Company You’re Interested In?
You may be familiar with locally run bars and restaurants in your area. Even then, it’s good to know as much as possible about an establishment’s menu, hours, history, and clientele before going into an interview. Monster’s Company Profiles are a way to get additional information on companies in our database.
Monster Is Straight Up Your Place to Find the Right Bartender Jobs
Are you ready to take a shot at bartending jobs available in your area? You’re on the right page to see what’s out there! While you’re drinking in the opportunities, take a break and create a profile on Monster. It will put you in front of recruiters and allow us to send tips about job openings to your inbox.