Bar attendants prepare and serve drinks to customers in liquor licensed premises such as bars, nightclubs, hotels and restaurants. They also take care of customers’ orders in bar and dining spaces. They clean and clear benches and tables, set out tables, coasters and ashtrays, and restock fridges and snacks. Sometimes they are required to take meal orders or prepare and serve food. One of the most important things about being a bar attendant is to provide a friendly service and also keep an eye on patrons’ drink consumption to ensure that they do not become intoxicated.
Specialisations
- Bar Steward
Bartender Required Skills and Knowledge
- good people skills
- to be friendly
- good personal presentation
- good stamina, with the ability to stand for long periods
- an ability to work quickly and multi-task
- an ability to handle stressful situations and difficult customers
- good cash-handling skills a good memory when taking customers’ orders
Education Training Requirements
You do not need a formal qualification to work as a bar attendant; experience can normally be gained on the job. However, you can complete a traineeship in Hospitality, which may improve your chances of gaining employment. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally prefer Year 10. To serve alcohol , you must hold a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate. You can gain your RSA certificate through a number of Registered Training Organisations (RTO).
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
As an apprentice or trainee, you enter into a formal training contract with an employer. You spend most of your time working and learning practical skills on the job and you spend some time undertaking structured training with a registered training provider of your choice. They will assess your skills and when you are competent in all areas, you will be awarded a nationally recognised qualification.
