Bartender, Kaitiaki pae inu
Also known as
- Barperson, bar operator, mixologist
Bartenders mix and serve drinks at bars, restaurants and other venues.
1:58 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$48K to $66K
Most common
$80K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Bartenders
- usually work irregular hours and may work shifts or part time
- usually work in bars, hotels, restaurants and clubs
- may work in hot and noisy conditions
- need to be organised, work well under pressure and communicate well
Tasks
- prepare, mix and serve drinks
- take customer orders
- collect and wash glasses
- process customer payments
- communicate with customers
- ensure liquor laws are met
- enforce health and safety standards
- stock bars with drink supplies
- clean and tidy bar area
You usually learn on the job to become a bartender and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- to be over 18 years old
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 3)
- a Licence Controller Qualification
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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