on 3/21/2009
Bartender School can help but you really don't learn anything there that you can't teach yourself easily with a book and a friend in the business. For the inside scoop on how to actually get a job, check out getabartendingjob.com.
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
on 9/3/2008
I went to Bartenders school a few weeks before I turned 21 and had a job at a local fancy restaurant starting in banquets and working my way up to the main bar on weekends. As my speed and knowledge grew, began getting numerous job offers through customers and employees working at other places. Point being, if you're good and dependable, you will be noticed. After 2 years I was in a very high volume sports bar working fri. & sat. nights taking home $250 to $300 a night. With job offers to go to Maui, Vegas, and one to Denmark which I did take and had a blast for about 6 months till I got homesick. All in all, study your drinks, always be honest in the register, don't give away drinks unless approved by your boss, and date all the waitresses you can, cause it don't get much better than that!
on 3/10/2008
If someone should not mention bartending school on their resume then why even go? I agree, it takes 1% ability and 99% personality so with that in mind, save your $400 dollars and get out there and make it happen.
on 3/6/2008
Bartending schools can work but lots are scams. Do your research and ask for references. If they can't or won't provide them then get out of dodge.
The first comment is spot on. Getting to know people "in the business," even just regular customers, can greatly increase your chances at getting a bartending job.
If your looking for a job but don't have experience visit http://getabartendingjob.com and sign up for my free newsletter.
I have over 14 years experience as a bartender and manager and will help you get that crucial first job. The newsletter is absolutely free and full of great content. Check out the Break into the Business Program while your there.
on 3/6/2008
Some bartending schools are good but some are also just out to get your dough. Do some research and ask for references.
The first comment is spot on. Getting to know people in the bartending industry, even customers, can greatly enhance your chances if you have no experience.
For more info on getting bartending jobs with no experience sign up for my free newsletter at http://getabartendingjob.com. While you're there check out the program, it's guaranteed to get you a job in 30 days!
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bartender-jobs said
on 3/21/2009 Bartender School can help but you really don't learn anything there that you can't teach yourself easily with a book and a friend in the business. For the inside scoop on how to actually get a job, check out getabartendingjob.com.
mal129 said
on 3/3/2009 Ooops. Didn't mean to post so many times! I thought it wasn't working!
mal129 said
on 3/3/2009 http://www.squidoo.com/How-To-Get-a-Bartending-Job
mal129 said
on 3/3/2009 http://www.squidoo.com/How-To-Get-a-Bartending-Job
mal129 said
on 3/3/2009 Here's a pretty good article on how to get a bartending job.http://www.squidoo.com/How-To-Get-a-Bartending-Job
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school 2 weeks before i turned 21 and had a job at a Restaurant on my 21st b-day. I started in Banquets, like weddings, Christmas parties, company functions, stuff like that. The thing about Bartending School is that it gets you acquainted with handling bottles with pour spouts, soda guns, ice bin, speed rack, general Bar knowledge. You also learn a fair amount of drink recipes through flash card and word association memorizing. I still use the word association to this day.
But that is the extent of it, I'm very glad I did go to a 2 week class, But I truly learned how to tend bar on the job. After I got faster and got experience with the registers and making change I moved to the main bar on weekends where the money is at. After a couple of years I started getting job offers from customers and employees from other bars and clubs. I started working at a very hi
imaginaryharry said
on 9/3/2008 I went to Bartenders school a few weeks before I turned 21 and had a job at a local fancy restaurant starting in banquets and working my way up to the main bar on weekends. As my speed and knowledge grew, began getting numerous job offers through customers and employees working at other places. Point being, if you're good and dependable, you will be noticed. After 2 years I was in a very high volume sports bar working fri. & sat. nights taking home $250 to $300 a night. With job offers to go to Maui, Vegas, and one to Denmark which I did take and had a blast for about 6 months till I got homesick. All in all, study your drinks, always be honest in the register, don't give away drinks unless approved by your boss, and date all the waitresses you can, cause it don't get much better than that!
OTR247 said
on 3/10/2008 If someone should not mention bartending school on their resume then why even go? I agree, it takes 1% ability and 99% personality so with that in mind, save your $400 dollars and get out there and make it happen.
brianwilliams said
on 3/6/2008 Bartending schools can work but lots are scams. Do your research and ask for references. If they can't or won't provide them then get out of dodge.
The first comment is spot on. Getting to know people "in the business," even just regular customers, can greatly increase your chances at getting a bartending job.
If your looking for a job but don't have experience visit http://getabartendingjob.com and sign up for my free newsletter.
I have over 14 years experience as a bartender and manager and will help you get that crucial first job. The newsletter is absolutely free and full of great content. Check out the Break into the Business Program while your there.
Good Luck ;)
Brian Williams
brianwilliams said
on 3/6/2008 Some bartending schools are good but some are also just out to get your dough. Do some research and ask for references.
The first comment is spot on. Getting to know people in the bartending industry, even customers, can greatly enhance your chances if you have no experience.
For more info on getting bartending jobs with no experience sign up for my free newsletter at http://getabartendingjob.com. While you're there check out the program, it's guaranteed to get you a job in 30 days!
Good Luck,
Brian Williams