Occupation information for Bartenders District Of Columbia

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Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.

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Currently Employed: 2,860

Projected Annual Job Openings: 1,050

Typical Hourly Wage: $16.72 - $28.77

Typical Annual Salary: $34,770 - $59,850

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Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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typical job duties

Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
Collect money for drinks served.
Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
Balance cash receipts.
Clean bars, work areas, and tables.
Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons.
Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons.
Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.
Plan, organize, and control the operations of a cocktail lounge or bar.
Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws.

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