Bar Staff Jobs in Oregon

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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Bowling Bar Server (PART TIME)

  • Pendleton, OR
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pendleton, OR
  • 2 hours ago

WAGE RANGE: $14.00-$18.00 +Tips OPEN UNTIL FILLED :1st CLOSING DATE: MARCH 18TH, 2025 SUMMARY: Provides beverage service and/or food service to guests in the Family Funplex in an efficient and...

Cook/Bar Back

  • Portland, OR
  • 14 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 14 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/bar back

  • Gold Hill, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Gold Hill, OR
  • 6 days ago

The Double R Bar and Grill is looking for a cook 3 days a week ( 30 hours ) must have food handlers card and be reliable. Willing to fill in other shifts when needed is a plus. Email back to this...

Cook/Barback

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 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
  • 9 days ago
  • Gresham, 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...

Bar Staff

  • Salem, OR
  • 10 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 10 days ago

Bar Staff Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Unspecified Region: South East Location: Chatham Salary Description: Competitive Posted: 27/02/2025 Recruiter: Compass Group Job Ref: com/1.../52506623/BU We...

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

  • North Bend, OR
  • 17 days ago
  • North Bend, OR
  • 17 days ago

BAR BACK: BASIC FUNCTION (the primary purpose of this position): Supports the bar staff by stocking and ensuring the cleanliness of the area, helping with dishes, rotating glassware, and bussing when...

Bar Back

  • Clackamas, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clackamas, 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...

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Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Oregon

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bar Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in Oregon 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 Oregon
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


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