5 Tips for Newbies - Beginners guide (extended version)

In this episode you'll see the top 5 ways to succeed as a new working bartender. Remember, bartending isn't only (if ever) simply about making drinks. Cheers!

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This episode was made with special Patreon support from:
Gianfranco Ocampo
Jerry Philbin
(Thank you for the pledges! -Jason)

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Pour spouts - 7 pack w/toppers:

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3 tier sugar/salt rimmer:

Channel knife/zester:

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Pro weighted shaker:

Shaker/strainer/muddler/jigger set:

18 piece starter kit:

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Curious about bartending as a job or to have some boozy fun with your friends? You’ve come to the right place my friend… On this channel you’ll find everything you need. From all the stuff they teach you at a bartending school, to a ton of other “behind the bar” insider tips and life-hacks to get you up and running ASAP. So please, have a look around :)

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Cheers,

-Jason aka, BartendingPro

[BartendingPro]

Sorry about the background music being too loud everyone... Had a technical error while exporting a whole batch of videos during this time. It's long since been fixed, but sorry if I blew your ears out trying to listen ;). And, it's a good test to see if you're ready for this gig 😉

[mrknarf]

Tip #1: get out there and try it. Go get your job. Try new things. You're new? It doesn't matter, everyone has been new once. Nobody will hire you if you keep doubting yourself in your room. You will make mistakes, you will get better.

[Will-seos]

Welp im one of those lucky guys who has gotten a shot at bartending with no experience. I start training today. Thanks for the tips!

[dylancampbell]

If the bar is packed and your hands are full, make sure to greet incoming customers, Acknowledging waiting customers will ensure patience and make them confident they will be served as soon as possible.

[bowling]

I just got hired as a bartender without experience. I am so excited! I know I just need to open myself up and keep the conversation going. As someone with anxiety it’s hard to be so outgoing but I know I can do this!

UPDATE - thanks for checking back on everything! I quit after four months and I’m serving now but I’m going to apply to a different bar down the street this time!
I noticed the bar that hired me was too by the book where we even needed uniforms so I wasn’t a fan but bartending over all is SO FUN!
Easy!! Memorize the drinks. I put so much of my own time into flash cards with the recipes.
You need to memorize them to increase speed to start with the recipes!
I noticed being a girl obviously helps with tips but calling my customers Love, Hun, Babe seems to get them to loosen up more!
Being knowledgeable on todays news and sports is important for the small talk
For my anxiety I play a game where i choose my personality for this first round of customers and I fake it till I make it and next time around I switch my vibe idk how to explain it but when I think of it as acting my anxiety kind of goes away. But I genuinely do listen when I talk to people so remembering names is always a plus they feel more connected and also helps w tips
Good luck guys!! You got thus

[rickswing]

I've been bartending for 30 years. Doing it in Hawaii now. And the best thing I've learned, is just be a 23 year old female behind the bar and you'll make way more money.

[donniedarko]

Tending bar at a younger age (26) taught me TONS of life lessons, how to talk to people, how to be outgoing. I came out of my "shell" 100% because of bar tending. Talking to people, customer service and operating with a team is a huge part of life. I'm now 41 and I've owned a business for the past 12 years. I still utilize my bar tending "education" in every aspect of running my own business. I still get behind the bar several times a month to supplement my income. I average $50/hr bar tending....where else can you have a fall back job making that much?! PS.... bar back to get experience. The pay is still amazing and you'll be slinging drink in less than 4 months!

[wmonroe]

I’m 21 and I’m going in for my first bartender interview tomorrow with no prior experience but a good resume. Wish me luck!

[BeastMi]

I love being a bartender. It’s taught me how to be more charismatic, out going, friendly etc. I’ve had so many compliments from staff, management, customers and it’s so great.

[katcameron]

Bartending saved my life. Got divorced at 22 and was a single mom. The people the always staying busy helped me through my shit. Love my job.

[derrickjones]

#5 is a huge one. I started off at a restaurant as a line cook. Moved up to kitchen manager. Then moved to bartender. Now I’m the manager of the entire restaurant who opens and closes and can do everything. Work your ass off and have a good attitude and people will appreciate you

[RoxxiRed]

I applied at my current job as a bartender, but accepted a serving position. After a few weeks I realized they had no hosts, so I volunteered to do it, even though I obviously didn’t want to. The owner was so grateful that he gave me a huge pay raise, and when a bartender position became available I was the first person they thought of. Always be a good employee.

[eduardoramirez]

I got promoted when I was 21, I was a food runner, I ask my manager if I could move up to bartender at first he wasn’t sure but later he gave a me a shot now I barter in New York City . amazing speech

[inista]

I love how this video gives the perfect bar vibe, with the music being louder than the conversation and all

[juno]

I’m fresh 21, service worker of 6 years, and bartender of only a few months… this video had tips that were either reaffirming in what I’ve been trained in and doing or really strong learning points! I’ll be checking out all your videos from here on out!!!

EDIT: also, I came into bartending in a bar that has many many MANY well known regulars. I felt very disadvantaged and wary at first because they expected their bartender to know their drink, their habits, etc, and I knew none… but talking to all of them and making a relationship of our own together has been one of the best experiences of bartending. Even the whole “I’m so sorry, I forgot your name” or “I know you told me the other day, but what do you like to drink again??”, has lead to friendships or just strong regular relationships. It’s the best part of the job, and one of the most important IMO

[emisko]

Starting tommrow bar tending in Ireland at my local pub, only 16 with no experience wish me luck

[high-rye]

This might be the single most IMPORTANT video new bartenders (or even some experienced bartenders) need to see. Working on your guest interaction and general efficiency is TOP priority before even worrying about making super fancy cocktails.

[David-cbbd]

Glad you're still making videos man. I found a few of your old ones and they were super helpful. I start working a service bar at a busy upscale restaurant in 2 weeks; I have zero experience so I've basically watched all of your videos.

[pmathews]

This guy is great, his tips are obviously learned from experience. I have been a bartender for many years, it’s fun and depending in the bar most people would be surprised at how much money you can make as a good bartender. His best point is that anyone can learn to make any drink, but not everyone can become a good bartender.

[ogkegster]

Just went into bartending after being hired just 2 weeks after turning 19, and no restaurant experience. First 2 shifts were a blast I love it just as much and maybe more than I hoped. I remember always watching these videos when I became interested in the industry. These videos helped more than I thought they would. thank you🍻