Jobs / Physical work / 35-3011.00
Bartenders
Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.
- US jobs
- 756,390
- Median wage
- $34,340 a year
- Job family
- Physical work
Can agents do the work of bartenders?
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Typical tasks
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- Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
- Collect money for drinks served.
- Balance cash receipts.
- Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
- Clean bars, work areas, and tables.
- Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons.
- Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons.
- Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.
- Plan, organize, and control the operations of a cocktail lounge or bar.
- Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws.
- Serve snacks or food items to customers seated at the bar.
- Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
Other job titles for this occupation (16)
Banquet Bartender · Bar Captain · Bartender · Mixologist · Bar Attendant · Bar Tender · Barkeep · Barkeeper · Barmaid · Barman · Catering Bartender · Drink Mixer · Event Bartender · Restaurant Bartender · Service Bartender · Taproom Attendant