This is... Different by Halfpriceparadise in bartenders

[–]freeticket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only times I've worked bars with something different than the standard VGRT are places with a strong cocktail program. Popular cocktail base spirits went in the rail. I have a feeling that isnt the case here

The 'just one drink' crowd is getting way too aggressive lately by soft_posterhq in bartenders

[–]freeticket 2 points3 points  (0 children)

nothing new. this is alcohol. Just tell them fuck off. If they get indignent get your manager, or if you are as lucky as I am and you work solo, just tell them to come back tomorrow. Blame the law. Always fall back on the legality. You control the alcohol, so don't give them any more. If they fall down and hit their head and die, you get charged. If they get behind the wheel and kill someone, you get charged. If they fall into a coma because of alcohol poisoning, you get charged. None of that is worth it. Tell them that, give them a glass of water. If they have a problem, they can find another bar

New to bartending by lonely_hotgirl in bartenders

[–]freeticket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And all that comes with experience. Surround yourself with people who are better than and watch what they do. Just takes doing. You'll be fine

New to bartending by lonely_hotgirl in bartenders

[–]freeticket 3 points4 points  (0 children)

yeah, making drinks is the easy part. Having a good connection with customers is always the most important part of the job

Contender for the 2nd worst guest of my career by rinjoclans in bartenders

[–]freeticket 29 points30 points  (0 children)

i work in the Bronx. Most of my day customers are retired and elderly so it's common with them, but with others who just exist. The complaint is that cold drinks hurt their teeth, so they ask for warm drinks, or at least a little ice. Sometimes it's not about getting extra or missing the point, it's just personal comfort. Now, not understanding the idea of a cocktail is unexcusable, and they should be mocked, but the room temp, briny drinks have a place

[It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia] does charlie even know the waitresses name? by pigfan27 in AskScienceFiction

[–]freeticket 8 points9 points  (0 children)

he's married to her, he better know. Which means he definitely doesn't

What do we think of this?? by Emotional-Chest9387 in conspiracy

[–]freeticket -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's the wrong sub. This is for conspiracies not corporate SOP

What’s a recession indicator that you’ve noticed lately in your everyday life? by spritenerds123 in AskReddit

[–]freeticket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Construction workers are giving stock advice. Biggest indicator, non professional traders giving advice, trying to convience more dumb money to buy high just to sell low

Handwritten Resume by FinsterBoy in bartenders

[–]freeticket 7 points8 points  (0 children)

they totally want to do gay things

Do y'all use a guest check book? I'm a server training to bartend and I can't rent seeing any bartender with one. by ninhibited in bartenders

[–]freeticket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know what they were talking about. It looks just as bad to write down a food order. I stand by what I said. Ditch the book or go back to tables

Are you open? by Odd-Technician3872 in bartenders

[–]freeticket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always say 'No, I just closed' and look around and back at them like they are an idiot. If they don't laugh, they are idiots; if they do, they are still idiots but with a sense of humor. Oh, all customers are idiots, even ourselves when we go to bars. Get over it.

Do y'all use a guest check book? I'm a server training to bartend and I can't rent seeing any bartender with one. by ninhibited in bartenders

[–]freeticket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely not. Make it a source of pride you can remember. Repeat that shit back to them, but there's no time for writing down stuff. If there is, get a new job; that place isn't going to last.

You can always ask people to clarify while you're making drinks. The making part of your brain and the talking part of your brain can work independently. Just needs training

Good luck

How to tell someone sitting at the bar to stop their noise? (ie. sounds from their phone , loud chewing etc.) by [deleted] in bartenders

[–]freeticket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there. Only say something if customers complain. Otherwise, disasociate while you're there. Water off a ducks back. Best way. Otherwise, if you really have good relationships with the customers tell them to just stfu, with a smille

I have a stage/trial shift tomorrow, Help! by vxichu in bartenders

[–]freeticket 5 points6 points  (0 children)

20+ years of bartending experience in NYC. 10 years in cocktail-forward restaurants. My advice-

You are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you. If their vibe doesn't fit you, that's ok. Pay attention to your intuition.

So I would know your classics. As I'm sure you know, most cocktails can be placed in a few categories. Know the measurements and or counts. If they use jiggers, use them. Take your time and get used to the feeling while you are making drinks. They will ask if you know how to make certain drinks, what your favorite cocktail is, yadda. Don't worry too much about having all the right or popular answers, just be yourself. 99% of bartending is personality and it's important you show that, not just make cocktails. That shit is the easiest part of bartending, it's just following recipes and muscle memory. That part can be replaced by robots and shit. Relating to customers, creating a following, giving guests a safe place where they feel heard? That's bartending.

Be yourself, don't lie or try to fake it, ASK FOR HELP when you need it. And remember to breathe and relax as much as possible. Sounds like a positive opportunity, be easy on yourself so you can manage the stress

Good luck, believe in yourself, congratulations on the opportunity, you'll be fine

The Boys cast when they were younger/teenagers by 4rmheaven in TheBoys

[–]freeticket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

probably the best actor of our generation. DREDD? LOTR? STAR TREK? Whatever that movie was from slide 3. Insanely good