Bartender

Bartender

Bartenders mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. They are employed in restaurants, hotels, bars, taverns, private clubs, banquet halls and other licensed establishments. Supervisors of bartenders are included in this unit group.

Main duties

• This group performs some or all of the following duties:
• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons
• Mix liquor, soft drinks, water and other ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks
• Prepare mixed drinks, wine, draft or bottled beer and non-alcoholic beverages for food and beverage servers or serve directly to patrons
• Collect payment for beverages and record sales
• Maintain inventory and control of bar stock and order supplies
• Clean bar area and wash glassware
• Ensure compliance with provincial/territorial liquor legislation and regulations
• May train and supervise other bartenders and bar staff
• May hire and dismiss staff.

Employment requirements

• Completion of secondary school may be required.
• Completion of college or other program in bartending or completion of courses in mixing drinks is usually required.
• Responsible beverage service certification may be required.