So You Want To Be A Bartender
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- Are you considering a career in bartending? Let's explore five aspects you can expect when venturing into the world of bartending. From the fast-paced atmosphere to mastering mixology techniques, we provide valuable insights to help you prepare for your bartending adventure.
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Less than 15 seconds in and you lost all credibility when you mentioned "bartending class".
Being a bartender is, "Sometime being the D.J. by pressing play and letting Spotify do its thing". That's not being a D.J. At 4:00 tips for bartending is significant in every city. There is nothing special about being a bartender in New York.
We'll pray for you.
I’ve started my career with a bartending class, it gives you so much more confidence and teaches you to work in all kinds of settings that on the job training couldn’t do
Wrong. Some of the biggest bars in the world started from people working in NYC. over 2,000 restaurants and bars in NYC and billions of dollars come in from NYC. I break almost six figures and the market I live in is nothing compared to the other cities like Los Angeles, Austin, Washington D.C or in New York. I know many bartenders in NYC and I go about 4 times a year just to go for the food and cocktail scene and there is nothing like working there.
Bros mad lmao
@@JasperShoes I have never worked with a bartender that learned his skill from bartending school. Not one. Also, being a bartender you know many bartenders from other restaurants/bars. I've never even met a bartender who learned his skill at bartending school.
Im a new bartender, and I suck at talking to people, so hearing u say even if ur not a social butterfly, bartending can be that way, and now im just super excited to get into the world of bartending!!
I hope you try it and document your journey as well! ^^
Lol I began as a very shy foodrunner that was super introverted. Once I worked up to bartender, I broke out my shell and became semi extroverted. I can still be shy at times
Hi I want to be a bartender as well but I also have social anxiety and reading your comment made me feel more motivated to go in the direction
Same thing for me,i suck at starting conversations with ppl,but im planning to take my EBS phuket course in November :D@@_kimmy5526
@@nelsonlam96 haha im bar tending im an accounting student i do two days a week its more like a pub but we do bar drinks but mainly sell beer
Never get boring work in the bar, cause you can chatting with customers, listen the music you liked and make the cocktail it's really relax
What if it gets busy
I'm a retired IT guy and just started bartending occasional events for mostly social reasons. Even in the Midwest, I'm pleasantly surprised by how generous customers are when you really dial into their experience. I intend to pick up shifts whenever I can and I'm motivated to improve my skills and craft and show up with a customer-first mindset. I'm going to borrow your "alcohol therapist" title once in awhile. ;) Thanks!
We are indeed alcohol therapists!
This helped me a lot. I've been making my home bar and making cocktails for friends and family. Everybody (even my therapist) asked why I do not take a bartending job instead of my IT-ish desk job, because they see that I have the love for it. My only excuse was that then I have do deal with the tempo and customers.
Your video helped me quite a lot and I might just take a bar tending gig because of it :)
definitely recommend! If you end up not liking it, hey, you experienced it. W in my book
This is a dumb criticism, but the subtitle font does not fit the aesthetic of the video. Otherwise, the quality of the video is top-notch!
Hey! I was iffy about the font too but It was the MrBeast font 😏. Thanks tho 🙏
Just as much as you felt the need to comment something stupid. Zibambe
As an autistic bartender with ocd, I genuinely thank you bc it was BOTHERING me 😂😂😂 I love his video though
Career bartender here, 13 years of days, nights, weekends, and weekdays and i thought your video covered the basics pretty well. Im very happy to see a video that covered the service industry circle of tips they give to you and you give back to them. As a long time bartender people always ask "whats bartending like? I always thought bartending would be such a fun job"...ect ect. I think the one thing that was missing from this video was the huge amount of legal liability and responsibility bartending entails. It is different in every state yes but i feel that is one thing most people dont think about at all when they think about becoming a bartender. Good video either way :)
Thanks! Yeah, it gets tricky at times.. The pros out weighs the cons though ^^
So true!!!! I have only work at events so I know is not like this but I love being a bartender. I took a course and I want to.make my own bar. I wouod like to know about the legal liabilities mentioned here. Is different here but I would like to know about it.
I started as a barback in a tourist heavy bar this past summer. It’s that time of year where tourism slows down where I live and we are no where near as busy as in the summer. I finally got a shot at becoming a bartender and here we are. Few shifts in and I’m starting to feel more and more confident. Only 22 years old and I admit I really got to do my homework on booze. It’s nerve wracking to get orders of drinks you’ve never heard of and even not knowing every basic drink. Just hoping with time, I can become the most confident I can be in this position!
That's awesome man! How are you feeling now?
More bartending videos, please. It's super interesting and enjoyable to listen to you and video quality is amazing. I really didnt expect you to only have a 100 subs when i was watching the video.
Thank you so much! I'm still new but learning fast ^^
Bartending should be classified as Therapy and Art all in one.
Only 600 subs?! This quality deserves at least 100k, u have inspired me to want to become a bartender, u got a sub from me
Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m glad my enthusiasm transferred over to you
Landed this job 4 months ago in one of the top hotels of the country where i live. Had about a week experience in the bar but thanks to one of the best bartenders or should i say the best people, i was able to learn it quick enough. Even though their methods differed, i still chose my own style which i still struggle with most of the time. Serving drinks, meeting new people while also making sure i wash my glasswork on time😅. Had to learn the role of cashier last week while doing bar at the same time. I dont know if I'm being childish or lazy but doing those two at the same time while making sure no guest waits too long for their drink and be certain that the bar is always clean, is super stressful. And even if it's a busy night, its standard for only a single bartender. But i'm proud for what ive done in the past few months and im sure that I'll get up to speed in no time. One of the most informative videos I've watched regarding the bar. Much love.
Wow thanks for sharing. The bar definitely toughens you up. You'll be a cocktail wizard in no time!
I've been a bartender for over 12 years now and it is a tough job to learn there is a lot going on in a bar and as the bartender it is your job to monitor all of it. Every tender develops their own style eventually, it takes time don't worry you will learn. My first bar job was a 1 person on shift and that ment making and serving all the drinks, table service, cooking all the food orders, bei
Hi, really interest! How do you started? How could you find teh job?
I have a developing interest in bartending and I am so grateful I came across this video. It will help me break out of my shell and also incorporate alcoholmist in my recipes.
I'm glad you have stopped by my video! Hopefully I cleared the air a bit for you and if you have any questions please do leave a comment so I can address it in future videos! Stay awesome!
Thank you for the insight! I've always wanted to be a bartender eversense I was 11yo. I cant wait to be a bartender.
How old are you now?
I am currently training as a bartender and each day I find the job interesting and little by little I am getting used to it and I gained confidence on talking to customers aswell.
I love it! You'll be surprised by all of the stories people tell you :D
Love the editing style. That pep talk at the end was eye opening for sure!
Thank you. Too kind 🙏
Ive been working behind the bar for over 7 years, ive been a barback, bartender, bar head, bar super visor, bar manager.. worked in several bars like a beach bar, clubs, sports bar, casual dining bars. You name it. Bartending is more than a career run, its a passion, the adrenaline rush, working under pressure, tips, alcohol, regular customers. Its a fun long ride and still going
Where do u recommend starting out? I want to work in a touristy area like Orlando or something
That’s really helpful & inspiring for me being a beginner on bar tendering journey❤️🙏
This guy needs more recognition!! This video is amazing
Extremely amazing!
You guys are too kind T.T Thanks
Thanks for the inspiration man 🫡
As a collage student I'll be taking a Bartender class so I can have a job on the weekends! Really excited to learn all this things
Im trying to become a bartender and this is the best video I seen thx I can’t wait to start my bartending class
Awesome, fun video man! Can’t wait to discover more of your content 😌
Cheers!
Wow thank you so much! I'll do my best!
New but learning fast. Huge help, thanks!
Súper educativo, this video it’s kind of a heads-up of what to spect being a bartender from Havana moving to NY… Thank u so much!!!
This literally helps me a lot,, thanks for this
I am commenting, mostly for the algorithm. Great video, and good luck on growing your yt channel
So glad that I came here!❤
Never thought of this until a customer told me its something i should look into, looks very doable and similar to fast food
as a bartender i really enjoy videos from others passionate bartender ! that's dope
Excellent video. Thanks 🍻
Well, he got straight to the point! BAM!
I am a bar back/bartender at a small town bar in East Texas during the weekend. Weekends at this bar are insane. I just got my TABC two weeks ago and I’m pretty new to making drinks, but they get easier to make the more I make them. I feel like I mix well with the patrons but it is common to not get tipped at this bar, so we don’t split tips. If they did, they would only get about $150 for each night. The most I’ve got in one weekend was $160 because I do not get to serve as many people since my main job is being the bar back. It’s a tough crowd to serve but I absolutely love it.
Great video :) enjoyed it!
Just finished my 12 hour bartending shift yesterday. We all went out on the terrace to have an afterwork drink, then we heard some maniacal laughing from the street. This dude was carrying a keg of beer on his bike, he then proceeds to roll the barrel across the road and throws his bike too. Again the laughing continues and it sounds fuckin creepy. Then he just picks up his keg and bike and walks off laughing
Things we see at the bar scene right? I swear we get the best seats in the house
love the tips!
Thanks Bocchan
Very encouraging. I like your energy man.
Thank you so much. This encourages me ^^
Keep up the great work man
Thank you so much! I will work hard!
So fire!! Ur editing 👌🏼
Thank you so much!
I start a bartending job Wednesday!! This was incredibly entertaining and fun to watch. Thanks for the insight!
How is it?
How was it for you ?
@@nijahclark1927 it was nice while it lasted. I must’ve not been cut out for it because they ghosted me 😭 after I finished training
@@fmosopeayeni-davies3152 it was fun until I got ghosted, definitely worth trying out and seeing if it’s a good fit
how is it so far if u dont mind sharing?
Love your content.. Keeping it real
Thank you so much!
bartender from montreal canada, good video spot on!
I wonder if the bar scene is similar in Montreal!
You totally hit the nail on the head whenever you mention just the shoe opportunity of being in a position like that. I was actually supposed to be a barista at a very unique café in Santa Monica California and I still regret it every day because I just feel like a coffee shop is definitely my vibe. I love coffee, but I think you can make pretty good money as well maybe even just as much as a bartenderat least out there you can not. You have so many Instagram influencers are coming through every day or business executives. Everybody loves coffee and I just couldn’t imagine the opportunity that would come being in that position if you were likable. I just got hired on as a bartender at a local Italian restaurant so I don’t think it’s going to be a lot of cocktails, but mostly pouring wine, however, I do want to get my foot in the door as a bartender. Even though I’m not a huge fan of super late nights, I feel like I’m floundering at 35 years old. I have a masters degree but I don’t really like my field of communications and I haven’t made much money. But I know I like people and I like being in sociable environments so I always felt drawn to either being a bartender, or something else that allows me to make decent money, but also provide experience
Hey Dan, thanks for sharing with us. Definitely go where fits your vibe! Whether it be coffee or the bar. I do see a lotta influencers and execs in our bar and it's interesting just people watching.
Solid video man
I’m a bartender and thinking about getting back to it!! Been doing it since ‘09 🍸
This video is great🤣🤣 you're awesome! Keep it up
You're awesome! Thanks Colby
@@nelsonlam96 You're awesome!!
Spot on my guy, i am a bartender in Dubai never attended bartending school😊, staterd as runner then worked my way up, its nerve wracking, you learn new things about alcohol everyday, i learnt about many cocktails apon receiving order, google my guy. Awesome video right there make more mate, God bless . NB people will always have opinions 😅 positive/negative even if something is good👌
Thank you so much ^^ still learning about alcohol yup
That's good mate cheers
Good video. Keep it up
Hello sir.. I'm from Philippines.. your new subscriber just now... your videos are nice coz you put subtitles and your English is very clear to understand. Thanks for this video sir Nelson. 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
Thanks for subscribing Albert! I do my best ^^
am from kenya thanks so much av learned alot
I loved this, thank u
😁thanks!
i work in a hotel which has a bar . i love it and im excited to finally learn how to do some cocktails ! nice video !
thank you so much! You'll get addicted ^^
I imagine you can make a lot of money bartending at the right hotel bar
More videos pleaseeee. Thank you
You got it!! :D
You rock bro keep up the great work 🫡
Thanks man!
Rush hour can be the worst too lol. Especially when the keg empties around that time lol. Love being a barman but I can be an ***hole though lol
commenting to help with the algorythm. really good and well made video.
Thank you so much! cheers
Now I am 100% sure I am gonna take bartender school during this year. Thanks for this video
In senior year still, but i really want to be a bartender! one big problem- I have really bad social anxiety and my memory isn't great. I'm neurodivergent so its hard to work in faster paces or loud inviroments, but I still really want to be one
Doesn't sound like you'd thrive in that type of environment.... But best of luck.
As a person in the business for twenty five years, wash your hands, as soon as you walk in. This is imperative.
I’ve been wanting to go to bartending school. But what holds me back is speed and multitasking. I still try. Even if they’re my weakness, can I still do it? People think it’s not respectable schooling to study for, but not for me.
I work in a touristic frozen schnitzel for 17€ type bar in Strasbourg on the border with France and Germany and yesterday was fête de la musique. My bosses removed our station mid service to put a huge speaker, they were constantly micromanaging while being drunk off their asses... I know what you mean
super cool vid
I appreciate you Jeanli
I studied international gastronomy and am going to the US with in the next 7 months or so, just need to finish working at this restaurant as a cook so I can get my degree bc I have to have labor hours in the kitchen to be able to graduate, and I honestly hate the kitchen, I had a couple classes of bartending, mostly the basics and the history, and I would like to get a bartender job in the US mainly because of the money and bc of the talking environment, I’m very social and love meeting ppl, but also I love licour and the air conditioning, bc I get really sweaty working in the heat of the kitchen, which I hate, but what worries me is if bartending is the same amount of stress as I am experiencing right now at the kitchen, everything in bartending is a green flag for me but that one thing worries me.
bartender from maryland, great video 👍 only thing i would add is when youre starting out, ALWAYS CHECK IDS !!!
Oh yep. Definitely! unless they have a full grown beard x)
I did barista and bartending shift this last sunday
16 hours of hell and still fun
Bro I just passed a bartender interview due to your videos and will be working as a bartender I don't have and idea as a bartender yet do you have any tips or videos I can watch or recom
Hi, I'm writing to you from far away and cold Yakutia. I would like to wish you good luck in the bar trade, and in the promotion in TH-cam. As strange as it may be, but we have one thing in common - the bar. It is quite interesting to see how other establishments work. We are quite different and at the same time quite similar)))
Thanks! Hello from NY! We are both alcohol therapists who serve our guests a great time ^^
wow!
Damn I’m a 1st gen American & as a barback I’m always willing to improve myself for the good. I also work in New York & learning everything from the tools to the bottle labels Like a Sponge so I can keep it memorized
I enjoyed the video. In my Islamic religion, alcohol is forbidden, but your work seems difficult. I wish you all the best, success and happiness
Thank you so much!
I’ve met multiple bartenders that make amazing mocktails so I really hope that not drinking alcohol doesn’t prevent you from enjoying their craftsmanship.
@@fr4203 I will go watch as soon as possible. Thank you for your sweet words
Nelson, what bar is this ? I'd like to drink there at some point
As an up and coming bartender in NYC i found this video really inspiring...what bar do you work at? Would love to buybsome drinks from you!
Appreciate you. I'm at Anytime Billiards At 30th and 6th. Come check us out!
7:26 our go to at our dive bar is to yell at the customers "No karate at the bar!" for that exact reason. Play fighting can become a real fight and we don't need that. Keep the karate at home, where you can break whatever you want and it's not my GD problem.
What's the name of the song at 0:50?
Never would've expected him to say play illmatic that's really funny
Good video man keep going ur great subtitles are fine fuck what anyone thinks and keep doing u man
I’m 17 and when I turn 18 I want to be a bartender while going to college would be a Friday Saturday and Sunday job what can y’all recommend me guys I want to learn and I’m willing to learn for sure any tips will be 18 next year
Oh, I only wanna work two days a week. I know that’s gonna be a lot on my body and I already am going to be working full-time in the morning.
cheers
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I can handle that
where can u advice someone to learn the proffesional course
Im really struggling finding a bartending job here in ny. Getting discouraged 😢
I did want to learn...
I think it’s time
i need the bartender job.
Its make me so excited to work abroad especially in usa, hope this videos give me more positive vibe to get job there🔥🔥
it's a different playing field in the NYC bar scene!
Bartending on the weekends for 2 yrs now. Everything he said is true
IM THINKING ABOUT DOING THE SAME THING. BUILD ON A SKILLSET THAT CAN ALWAYS GET ME PAID. WHATS ITS LIKE REMEMBER ALL THOSE DRINKS??
@@michaelduong4262 Its not easy but the more youre behind the bar they start to sink in. I made myself a bar bible. Its an index card spiral that i put drink recipes in for quick reference. When you find a good cocktail put in in the bible. Before long youll have a book of good drinks.
Hey how do you go about bartending only on the weekends. Is like a part time job contract or your freelancing
@@DayaMcCarthy local club/music venue. I started as a bar back just for side money. The manager noticed my work ethic and that im good with customers. I can talk to anyone. From there they let me work fill in and some concerts. I moved up from there as ppl moved on and now im lead Bartender. The bar is only open Fri/Sat so yes its part time.
If I have trouble memorising people’s drink lists would that be a problem? Do you have any recommendations on how to memorise a list of drinks?
So when I was in school, we used flash cards and I still have them today. I don't use them anymore since I pretty much remember all of them. But if you're working at a bar, your most common drinks are basically vodka soda or gin tonics which the recipe is in the name. vodka + soda lol
@@nelsonlam96Thanks for this 😊I appreciate it. I ended up taking a bartending course and have Flashcards now to memorise.
You are one handsome bartender
Dunno if this is the right thing for me im taking training but its only 4 days and the drinks we making well...the recipes ain't easy to remember, i got 0 expeirence and when i imagine myself working at a bad im getting cold feet as to the amount of pressure such as remembering recipies and the drinks itself
Im kinda doubting myself but maybe if i do gain a bit expeirence then my perspective might change
Im only doing bartender since im curious about it and wondering if its something i can like but no matter how much i think about it i prefer computers or video editing
Why not do both? If bartending is your curiosity, you can find a spot that lets you only work a day or two so it's not a big commitment.
Plus, if you don't like it after a few weeks, then you can always quit. But I would say, once you get the hang of it, making drinks and talking to your regulars is really fun!
how many recipes do you actually need as a bartender do i need to be exact with the measurements or can i just be close
You most likely need to just remember about 25 original cocktails and the rest are just in the names like Gin & Tonic or Rum & Coke (which are already in the name). The measurement wise, there is a standard that most bartenders follow but that comes after your bar standards. Whatever your bar captain says, that goes :)
One of the hardest things about bartending is figuring if your customer is drunk or just an idiot
That's hilarious! It's true D;
You’re going to blow up I know it
You only work on the holidays if that bar is open on those holidays. Some bars open 12/365, but not all.
Yep! Most bars open everyday! The new guys are definitely working the holidays though.
all of a sudden im a bartender
Hi dude. Nice job) . Planning to settle in NY this autunm. Working as bartender 12 years in Moscow(russia). Could u tell more about salary?
Hey man, 12 years of experience? I wouldnt settle for anything under 300$ a shift
Can I do a class if I don’t drink? Like how do I know if it’s good
Honestly, I didn't know I was gonna land on bartending. I just thought bartending was so cool so i took a class. It's fun. you should try it if its on the tip of your mind ^^
Im currently an anesthesiologist, and have some ideas about trying to be a bartender. Should i attend any classes? Im quite confused where i should step at first. Btw, Are you asian?
why are you asking if he's asian lmao💀
I want to become a bartender but im scare of the social interaction even tho i been doing customer service since i was 17 years old bartending seems more intimidating and i suck at talking to people and english is not my first language Im super awkward and shy 😭😭😭😭
Only one way to get better ;) You can do it!
$300-$400…in NYC? You can expect a lot more if you’re any good.
That is true. But not everyone is good.
I am sure where you work is a huge factor I want to get into bartending but personally I would only want to do it at certain places
One time I had to make 5 long island iced tea 10 minutes after I started my shift