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Bartenders

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

Tasks
20 tasks16 core, 4 supplemental
Family
Food Preparation & ServingOne of its 18 occupations
Code
35-3011.00SOC 2018: 35-3011

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16 core tasks and 4 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all

  1. Task 1. Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.Core taskTask 2227Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  2. Task 2. Collect money for drinks served.Core taskTask 2223Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  3. Task 3. Balance cash receipts.Core taskTask 2225Rated by 63 people who do the job, July 2017
  4. Task 4. Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.Core taskTask 2224Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  5. Task 5. Clean bars, work areas, and tables.Core taskTask 2230Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  6. Task 6. 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.Core taskTask 2226Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  7. Task 7. Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons.Core taskTask 2228Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  8. Task 8. Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.Core taskTask 2229Rated by 63 people who do the job, July 2017
  9. Task 9. Plan, organize, and control the operations of a cocktail lounge or bar.Core taskTask 2237Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  10. Task 10. Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws.Core taskTask 18735Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  11. Task 11. Serve snacks or food items to customers seated at the bar.Core taskTask 2232Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  12. Task 12. Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks.Core taskTask 2231Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  13. Task 13. Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.Core taskTask 2235Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  14. Task 14. Ask customers who become loud and obnoxious to leave, or physically remove them.Core taskTask 2234Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  15. Task 15. Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.Core taskTask 2236Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  16. Task 16. Create drink recipes.Core taskTask 2241Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017
  17. Task 17. Supervise the work of bar staff and other bartenders.Supplemental taskTask 2238Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  18. Task 18. Order or requisition liquors and supplies.Supplemental taskTask 2233Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  19. Task 19. Plan bar menus.Supplemental taskTask 2239Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2017
  20. Task 20. Prepare appetizers such as pickles, cheese, and cold meats.Supplemental taskTask 2240Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2017

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    O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 35-3011
  3. License
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  4. Changed by us
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