How do I become a bar attendant
Get qualified to work as a bar attendant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Bar Attendant generally earns $1,140 per week ($59,280 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years. There are currently 46,500 people employed as a Bar Attendant in Australia compared to 46,400 five years ago. Bar Attendants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
A Certificate I in Hospitality is an excellent qualification if you’re planning a career as a Bar Attendant. You’ll learn basic skills in customer service, safety and hygiene, communication and working as part of a team. A Certificate II in Hospitality or a Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage) may also be appropriate.
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- BAR - SITXFSA005 Bar Service & Food Handler’s Job Ready
- BSBSS00095 Bar Job Ready Course
- BSBSS00095 Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set
- SIRRFSA001 Handle Food Safely in a Retail Environment
- SIT10216 Certificate I in Hospitality
- SIT20213 Certificate II in Hospitality
- SIT20316 Certificate II in Hospitality
- SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality
- SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality
- SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage)
- SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality
- SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage)
- SIT30713 Certificate III in Hospitality
- SITHFAB002 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol
- SITHFAB021 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol
- SITHFAB022 Clean and Tidy Bar Areas
- SITHFAB023 Operate a Bar
- SITHFAB024 Prepare and Serve Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- SITHFAB025 Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee
- SITHFAB030 Prepare and Serve Cocktails
- SITHFAB034 Provide Table Service of Food and Beverage
- SITHGAM022 Provide responsible gambling services
- SITHGAM023 Attend Gaming Machines
- SITSS00035 Customer Service Management Skill Set
- SITSS00051 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set
- SITSS00068 Food Handling Skill Set
- SITSS00071 Responsible Service of Alcohol
- SITSS00077 Customer Service Management Skill Set
- SITSS00078 & BSBSS00095 Dual Customer Service Skill Set & Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set
- SITSS00078 Customer Service Skill Set
- SITSS00080 & BSBSS00095 Dual Espresso Machine Operation Skill Set & Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set
- Undergraduate Certificate in Hospitality Management
- Undergraduate Certificate of Hotel Operations
Bar Attendant careers
A Bar Attendant makes drinks and serves customers in a bar, hotel or other licensed venue. You might pour beers, mix cocktails or prepare other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. A Bar Attendant, or Barman, takes drink orders and processes payments. You might also perform other duties such as cleaning bar equipment or collecting and washing glasses.
Bar Attendants should have good customer service skills and be able to communicate with a range of bar patrons. You should be able to work quickly during busy periods and may have to manage several tasks at one time. Bar Attendants must be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team. You’ll often have to work irregular hours such as nights, weekends and holidays.
