Bartender Jobs in Massachusetts

A Bartender plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, interacting with guests, taking orders, and serving snacks and bar food. Bartenders also accept payments, keep the bar well-stocked and clean, and ensure that all standards and legal obligations are met. In addition, they are often the first point of contact for customers and play a key role in establishing a welcoming atmosphere.

Bartenders require a set of specific skills and certifications. In most areas, they need to have a valid bartender's license or certification in responsible alcohol service. Strong customer service skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of drink mixing and garnishing are crucial. Before becoming a Bartender, an individual might start with roles such as a Barback, responsible for assisting the Bartender, a Server in a restaurant or a Host/Hostess. These positions provide valuable customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

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Life Cafe Bistro Bartender

  • Peabody, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Peabody, MA
  • 1 hour ago

liquors, wines, beer, and non-alcoholic ingredients and replacing beer barrels Reconciles the bar's cash register at the end of the shift Position Requirements High School Diploma or GED 1 to 2 years of bartending...

Bartender - Chelsea Chili's

  • Chelsea, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chelsea, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Role Overview Our bartenders mix more than a great drink! They serve amazing food and drinks while creating a lively atmosphere with hospitality that is absolutely Chili 's....

On Call Banquet Bartender

  • Washington, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications Qualifications Previous banquet service experience is an asset Previous bartending experience required Ability to take direction and read banquet event orders Excellent follow-through...

Specialty Bartender

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 hours ago

Compensation Range: $6.75 - $6.75 Plus Tips Location: 60 SEAPORT BLVD #315, BOSTON, Massachusetts, 02210 The Alamo Bar Crew are masters of mixology, delighting guests with craft cocktails, freshly poured...

Bartender-South End

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 hours ago

The individual personality of the Bartender should shine through in order to thrill restaurant guests....

Bartender-Brookline

  • Brookline, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 3 hours ago

The individual personality of the Bartender should shine through in order to thrill restaurant guests....

Bartender-Cambridge

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 hours ago

The individual personality of the Bartender should shine through in order to thrill restaurant guests....

We are looking for team players to fill our spots as Part Time: Bartenders - $8.25 plus gratuity Servers - $6.75 hourly plus gratuity Stewards - $19.00/hour Sodexo Live!...

Bartender/Server

  • MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • MA
  • 19 hours ago

Althea, a new restaurant in Central Square, is looking for a bartender/server to join work the bar and also take tables....

Bartender & Bar Manager

  • MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • MA
  • 19 hours ago

Margeaux Supper Parlor is currently hiring a full time bartender & Bar Manager....

Bartender

  • Newton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 1 day ago

liquors, wines, beer, and non-alcoholic ingredients and replacing beer barrels Reconciles the bar's cash register at the end of the shift Position Requirements High School Diploma or GED 1 to 2 years of bartending...

Bartender

  • MA
  • 1 day ago
  • MA
  • 1 day ago

Conveniently located just steps from the Harvard Square T-Stop, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has immediate openings for full and part-time bartenders....

Server Bartender

  • Lowell, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 2 days ago

looking for qualified servers and bartenders,excellent earning opportunity....

Bartender (Full Time)

  • East Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • East Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Associates We have an opening for full time BARTENDER positions. Location: Delta One BOS - 500 Terminal E, East Boston, MA 02128. Note: online applications accepted only....

Bartender (Full Time)

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

We have an opening for full time BARTENDER positions. Location: Delta One BOS - 500 Terminal E, East Boston, MA 02128. Note: online applications accepted only....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Bartender Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Bartender positions.



Highest Education Level

Bartenders in Massachusetts offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.5%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

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


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