Bartenders
Code: 35-3011.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£34,340
Range: £20,110 - £73,770
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Banquet Bartender
Bar Captain
Bartender
Mixologist
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
- Collect money for drinks served.
- Balance cash receipts.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Point of sale POS software
Focus point of sale POS software
Intuit QuickBooks Point of Sale
Internet browser software
Web browser software
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
talking to others
Social
looking for ways to help people
understanding people's reactions
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Business
customer service
sales and marketing
Arts and Humanities
English language
Education and Training
teaching and course design
Safety and Government
public safety and security
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands
keep your arm or hand steady
Memory
remember words, numbers, pictures, or steps
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Self-Control
Social Orientation
Dependability
Optimism
Stress Tolerance
Integrity
Frequently Asked Questions About Bartenders
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Bartenders is £34,340. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £20,110, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £73,770 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Bartenders typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Bartenders include: Microsoft Outlook, Focus point of sale POS software, Intuit QuickBooks Point of Sale, Web browser software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
Live UK Vacancies for Bartenders
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£20,110
Median Annual (Average):
£34,340
90th Percentile (Senior):
£73,770
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