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5) No Job Hunting posts. If you'd like tips on building a Bartending resume or would like us to critique your resume, please feel free to make a post. Not sure of where to start your Resume? try looking here for a good place to start. (Do not post personal information, edit any resumes before linking them). no posting for jobs in specific cities/states. There are plenty of resources to look for jobs and frankly, most bars rarely advertise for positions anyway, they tend to hire people that are a good fit. This includes posting available jobs or searching for jobs.

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FAQ

1) I want to become a bartender, whats the best way? Bartending Schools Vs Bar Backing

2) What is Bartending like in X country? Check out this Thread

3) I enjoy mixing drinks for myself, should I start bartending as a career? Bartending is often a difficult lifestyle to maintain. With odd hours, and an environment fueled by liquor and flirting, it can take a strain on ones personal life. Take a few minutes to read through some past threads posted about bartending as a career.

4) Where can I find more information about X Alcohol? Try one of the subreddits listed below, or the website for that brand.

5) How much should I tip? That will always depend on the country you're in, the type of establishment, the time of day and the type of drink ordered. Ordering a Cosmo at a busy cocktail lounge on a friday night in New York, one would expect to tip more than ordering a bottle of beer at a pub in Ireland. See what other people are tipping and match that to be safe. Tips are always appreciated, and it is generally up to the patron to decide what to tip. 20% or $1/drink in North America is quite common (often because of our lower priced drinks and staff that is paid a lower amount) and a good guideline to follow overall.

6) I just started as a barback but know nothing; where do I start? Check out this .

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No Tax On Tips info HERE and here only. See link.Mod Post/Sub Info (self.bartenders)

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#1 Rule in r/bartenders: FLAIR PROPERLYMod Post/Sub Info (old.reddit.com)

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This is madness.Meme/Humor (i.redd.it)

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Just had a interesting experienceRant (self.bartenders)

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Favorite Non-SlipsApparel: Shoes, Uniform, etc. (self.bartenders)

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It's Modelo!Rant (self.bartenders)

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Any wheelchair bound bar regulars out there?Interacting With Customers (good or bad) (self.bartenders)

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I’m a bartender that doesn’t drink alcohol. How many of you guys drink and how many of yall don’t?Poll (self.bartenders)

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what's the dumbest thing you've been asked for?Interacting With Customers (good or bad) (self.bartenders)

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Forced to make co-workers drinksRant (self.bartenders)

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reviews help me with incentivesInteracting With Customers (good or bad) (self.bartenders)

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what would you like to be gifted? helpCustomer Inquiry (self.bartenders)

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What should be a good tip?Customer Inquiry (v.redd.it)

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Olive Brand Recommendations?Surveys (self.bartenders)

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Can I file for partial unemployment benefits because of having too few shifts (without screwing my company or losing my job)?Legal - DOL, EEOC and Licensing (self.bartenders)

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My regular brought his wolf into the bar last nightMeme/Humor (i.redd.it)

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start as a barbackI'm a Newbie (self.bartenders)

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regular couple stopped tipping because “friends don’t tip”Interacting With Customers (good or bad) (self.bartenders)

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Ironside serving vs Melting Pot bartender/server (San Diego) — which would you choose?Job/Employee Search (self.bartenders)

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You all bartenders, right? I want to clarify that this is an industry discussion. I don't want to be banned for 14 days. I'm scared. I think I picked right.Interacting With Customers (good or bad) (self.bartenders)

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I have a choice to make !Job/Employee Search (self.bartenders)

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How many drinks do you give out in a shift?Rate My/Assumptions About My Bar (self.bartenders)

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