Mandee
21/08/2009 02:41:21 |
An upbeat and positive attiude are important to be succesful behind the bar. Some days suck, so you've just got to suck it up. |
Jenny Bean
21/08/2009 02:40:09 |
The ability to size up a customer and tell what they want right away. That only comes with time and experience, so it's a tough order to fill. |
A.B.
21/08/2009 02:38:08 |
I agree that honesty and professionalism are both important traits. |
Joe Rocket
21/08/2009 02:36:11 |
Speed and accurracy are both important for a good barman. Specially if u work in a popular place. |
Smitty
19/08/2009 00:55:24 |
what do ppl think abt them? would u hire sum1 who graduated from 1? |
Smitty
19/08/2009 00:53:55 |
What about online bartending schools? |
Tom Dankins
19/08/2009 00:49:06 |
well, as long as we're going there, how grads from the FBA?
http://www.barflair.org |
A.B.
19/08/2009 00:43:31 |
Ask around, check references. Word of mouth means a lot. |
JackyBoy
19/08/2009 00:40:00 |
Maybe somebody's already posted this, but this site has a great job board. Click on the jobs link to the right of the forum listings, or go here:
http://www.fluidtrade.co.uk/jobsearchresults.aspx |
Smitty
17/08/2009 02:57:50 |
Being prepared. Make sure your manager knows what you need the most of behind the bar, as well as things as peanuts, napkins, or matches, if you keep them on the bar. Stuff like that. |
Nick S.
29/07/2009 21:23:16 |
It depends on the place. If you're at a top-notch trendy bar knowledge, experience, and speed are paramount. If you're tending at the local pub, having a good ear and talking to the regulars is key. |
Suzie Q.
29/07/2009 21:21:14 |
Speed! The person behind the bar needs to work well under pressure while still doing a great job and putting out a quality product. |
Arthur W.
29/07/2009 21:14:54 |
Don't sneak around and hire someone from another bar/club who is currently employed. If the bartender approaches you and asks about openings, then you can talk with them and the manager/owner they currently work for. Between the three of you discuss the situation and arrange a timeframe for notice (2 weeks, etc.) and then make the move. But don't go headhunting in someone else's place. |
DeNiece
29/07/2009 21:12:53 |
Have fun! Love the job! |
JenniferB.
28/07/2009 20:52:04 |
Oh yeah, all the above and to be a great listener. Combine that w/the good drinks and good eye contact, and you've got the beginnings of a successful bartender. |
A.B.
28/07/2009 20:12:13 |
Now, we should take our great problem solving skills on the road, and show these politicians and such how to fix things! |
KellyP.
28/07/2009 20:11:01 |
No problem. |
Joe Rocket
28/07/2009 20:09:54 |
Done. |
A.B.
28/07/2009 20:09:06 |
OK, shake hands n make up... |
KellyP.
28/07/2009 20:08:13 |
Me 2; I simply answered his inquiry...  |
Joe Rocket
28/07/2009 20:07:13 |
Hey, I'm fine. I just had a linguistic question... |
A.B.
28/07/2009 20:05:48 |
*ding ding* OK u 2, to your respective corners... |
KellyP.
28/07/2009 20:04:47 |
Oh-Kay! I will!
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Joe Rocket
28/07/2009 20:03:46 |
Oh-Kay! You just keep sayin' it if it makes you fell good! |
KellyP.
28/07/2009 20:01:09 |
Well...I do!
Geeze, sorry for being out-o-date! |
Joe Rocket
28/07/2009 19:59:34 |
"Easy on the eyes"? Does anyone say that anymore?  |
KellyP.
28/07/2009 19:56:45 |
High energy, bubbly personality. Being easy on the eyes is a bonus too. |
A.B.
28/07/2009 19:55:04 |
They have to have an outgoing personality. They have to be able to recognize when a patron needs another drink as well as when they've had enough. Being a "people person" doesn't hurt either. Being able to converse with the clientele, remember regulars' drinks, and make people feel welcome will keep customers coming back. Anybody can make a drink, it takes someone special to work the crowd. |
Leslie Andrews
25/07/2009 23:33:17 |
I go with the word-of-mouth-method. I ask around to see if anyone knows of anyone that might want a job, and then check around to see if others have heard about this person and see what they thought of them. |
Smitty
25/07/2009 23:29:38 |
What makes a good bartender? How do you go about hiring or promoting one? Is it better to promote within the ranks or hire from the outside? I need some help! |