Time is not your friend when you’re working a busy bar. Here are some tips – big and small – to help you save your seconds behind the stick!
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Tips for Job Hunting: Stories from a Few Dozen Bartender Interviews
After you’ve been on a couple (or a dozen) bartender job interviews, you learn a few things. Here’s some advice from someone who’s seen it all!
Take Control: 7 Ways to Own your Shift
You don’t have to own the building to “own” your shift. Taking ownership for your role is a vital mindset shift if you’re looking to eventually get into management!
The Bar Log: What it is and Why you Need One at Your Bar
Do you keep a log at your bar? It’s a bit like a boat’s log book – it’s where you document key things that happened throughout your shift. Here’s why it’s vital!
The Curious Case of the Pickleback
Suddenly, the pickleback is a thing. Where did it come from, and what’s with the craze? Also, is it good?
How to Keep your Guests Engaged: 5 Ideas for Starting Conversation at your Bar
The bar is quiet and the few guests you have are looking suspiciously like they want to pull out their phones and scroll…. What can you do?
Skincare Tips for Bartenders
Bartending is tough on your skin. Here are some tips for keeping it happy and healthy so you can avoid painful skin issues and look your best for your shift!
How to Get a Vodka Drinker to Try Gin
“I don’t like gin”. We’ve all heard it a hundred times, and it’s frustrating to see a customer missing out! Here are some ideas to encourage a guest to try gin – even if they think they don’t like it.
Dealing with Difficult Customers: A Bartender’s Guide
As with any customer service job, you’re going to run into difficult customers from time to time. Here’s how to make the best of it without losing face (or hopefully tips!)
Switching Jobs: Are the Tips Greener on the Other Side?
Thinking about switching jobs to work at a different bar? Here are some things to check first to make sure you don’t regret it.
8 Ideas for Making your Dive more Crafty
Wish you could make craft drinks, but don’t work in a cocktail bar? Here are some ideas for making your regular shift just a bit more “crafty”.
How to Deliver Penthouse Quality Service Working a Hotel Bar
A hotel bar has a unique set of challenges – and opportunities – for a great bartender. Master the art of the hotel bar and you’ll find it’s a rewarding and great place to work!