Bar Staff Jobs in Portland, OR

A Bar Staffer, also known as a bartender, plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for creating, mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, maintaining a clean and organized bar area, controlling stocks and ordering supplies, and providing excellent customer service. They often engage with customers, providing recommendations and ensuring satisfaction with their service. These professionals may also handle cash transactions, enforce liquor laws and health regulations, and manage any issues or complaints related to the bar service.

Essential skills for a Bar Staffer include excellent customer service skills, strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and physical stamina, as they spend most of their shift on their feet. Knowledge of mixology and cocktail preparation is also crucial. Additionally, certifications in food and beverage safety training and alcohol awareness programs, like the ServSafe Alcohol certification, are typically required. Prior to becoming a Bar Staffer, a person may have roles such as a Bar Back or Bar Assistant, where they support bartenders and learn the ropes of the profession. They may also start as a Wait Staff or Server in a restaurant, gaining customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

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Cook/Bar Back

  • Portland, OR
  • 19 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 19 hours ago

THE HERITAGE PUB is hiring for a cook/bar back. Must have a valid food handler's card and OLCC server permit. This job includes cooking, prepping, relieving bartenders as needed, dish-washing and...

Cook/Barback

  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago

Cook/Barback Prost! prostportland KITCHEN FULL-TIME 15.95/HR + TIPS PORTLAND Nights & Weekends - $28-$32/Hr Prost! German pub is looking for a cook/barback....

Rovers AKA Barbacks

  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago

Victoria is a high quality, yet casual craft cocktail bar located in the Mississippi District. We get busy so moving fast is key....

Part-Time Barback - Il Solito

  • Portland, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 8 days ago

This position is perfect for someone interested in learning upscale craft bartending who has a passion for impeccable service and cleaning/organization....

Highland Pub Staff

  • Gresham, OR (12 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gresham, OR (12 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 days ago

***NOTE: The Highland Pub is seeking a candidate for Pub Staff who will mainly work as a server but is willing to cross-train and work some shifts as a line cook. Must have mostly open...

Part-Time Barback

  • Portland, OR
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 10 days ago

This position is perfect for someone interested in learning upscale craft bartending who has a passion for impeccable service and cleaning/organization....

Bar Back

  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by serving hundreds of people with flexible schedules you can accommodate school or...

Snack Bar Attendant

  • Ridgefield, WA (20 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA (20 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Tri-Mountain Golf Course is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Snack Bar Attendant. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Portland, OR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bar Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in Portland, OR offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bar Staffs in Portland, OR
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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