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Unit of Analysis: BARTENDING
BARTENDING

The programs in this cluster train for the related occupations, but do not function as exclusive ports of entry. People also prepare for these occupations through other training programs and related work experience.

353011 Bartenders

There are no specific educational requirements for food and beverage service jobs. Many employers prefer to hire high school graduates for bartender positions. . All workers who serve alcoholic beverages must be at least 21 years of age in most jurisdictions and should be familiar with State and local laws concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages. For bartender jobs, many employers prefer to hire people who are 25 or older.


Additional national information available: Overall employment of these workers is expected to increase by 13 percent over the 2006-16 decade, which is about as fast as the average for all occupations. Food and beverage serving and related workers are projected to have one of the largest numbers of new jobs arise, about 993,000, over this period. The popularity of eating out is expected to increase as the population expands and as customers seek the convenience of restaurants and other dining options. Average employment growth is expected for waiters and waitresses, hosts and hostesses, and bartenders.
 

Program(s) of Study and Training
 
12.0502 Bartending/Bartender
Bartending/Bartender. A program that prepares individuals to professionally prepare mixed alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and related products and manage bars, lounges, and beverage service operations in the hospitality industry. Includes instruction in mixology, oenology, accounting and cash management, inventory and cellar management, bar and lounge management, applicable laws and regulations, customer service, and labor/employment regulations.
Occupation(s)
 
35-3011 Bartenders
Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.

 
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