Question:
Hello, i just wanna know what its like to become a bartender since i wanna try and get a job at a bar in either new york (i live in upstate) or connecticut (im moving there soon) how is the money? can you make a living doing this? (like i dont need to find another job to pay off rent) and is it fun? do i need to go to school for this. or can i learn on the job? i have a job already that pays almost 10 dollars an hour. so i wanna know if i make more as a bartender?
any other info is greatly appreciated
thank you
Answers:
go to a bartending school and get trained in the basics. most bars/restaurants will want to train you in the way they want things done, but a good working knowledge of basic bartending skills is good. You may have to start as a bar-back, which is like the bartender's slave for awhile. You will stock, clean, cut fruit, help wherever needed and learn a lot by watching. Pay attention and soak up whatever you can...great experience. Yes, if you get in at a good, busy place you can make TONS of money. But, seniority usually rules at restaurants & bars, so be prepared to start out on the crappy shifts where you might not make a lot. Be prepared to close the bar and work late. That's where the $$ is. Be a good employee, be honest and play by their rules. Good luck!
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