National Occupation Code (NOC): 6512

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.

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Job Duties for Bartenders

• 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.

Working Conditions for Bartenders

Work takes place standing for extended periods in an indoor or outdoor sheltered bar.

Alternate Job Titles

• Bar Attendant
• Bar Steward
• Barkeeper
• Barmaid
• Barman/barwoman
• Bartender
• Bartenders Supervisor
• Beer Barman/woman
• Head Barmaid
• Head Barman/barwoman
• Head Bartender
• Lounge Supervisor-bartender
• Managing Bartender
• Service Bartender
• Tapman/woman
• Bar Attendant
• Bar Steward
• Bartender
• Head Bartender