HOW TO GET A BARTENDING JOB - Bartending 101

[@BartendingPro]

Right on, you've got this! One thing I'll say, especially when you're brand new...you'll almost never been completely ready, just get out there and start pounding the pavement. The sooner you do, the sooner you'll be working, guaranteed :)

[@RicoGio75]

Got my first ever bartending job today thanks to Jason and The Bartender Blueprint!

[@jasmynneacevedo4045]

I can't tell you how awesome and helpful your videos are! Keep up the great work, you are helping so many people :)

[@BartendingPro]

Thanks for that Jasmynne...thats why I do this!

[@shogunpk]

BartendingPro yeah thanks man, I learned a lot about proper technique from your videos hope you plan on making more videos at some point.

[@BartendingPro]

Thanks for the compliment :) I try to lay it out as clearly as possible and yes, if you actually do this stuff, it does work! For girls it's the same concept. When going out randomly to drop resumes, look nice but not over the top. Accentuate you're girly assets but be conservative about it, not slutty. Same deal, think female lawyer after work. Then when you target specific places, start to mimic their attire more closely (fit, colors, etc.) which will help the managers see you fitting in.

[@BartendingPro]

No worries... With references it really doesn't need to be much. They (person giving you the recommendation) should have their name, date, & occupation as the heading up top, then a typed letter that they sign if possible. Hell most of mine aren't even signed! The truth is hiring managers will barely glance at letters of recommendation...it's just a tool that they see as you going the extra mile, and aka, shows you will be a good employee who will be willing to do the same in your job.

[@CollectorCave]

Ive owned my own business for 8 years online. After Google updates left me in some financial trouble, I'm now in need of bartending work. I studied all your videos, dumpster dived and used food coloring to mimic drink colors and learned all the drinks (memorized yours and other's recipes). Since I owned my own business in a solitary existence I have no recommendations. The last place I worked at was Mcdonalds, 10 years ago. How do I get someone to give me a chance? I live in Toronto.

[@BartendingPro]

Relationships. You need to cultivate a relationship with a manager who will give you a shot. You said they would lie for you about your experience...how about they GIVE you some experience? But don't flat out lie to get a job, there's a reason most placed that are really busy require several years, if you go into a club environment and you're not used to it or ready it could end up being pretty ugly and only burn a bridge. Start at a smaller, slower bar. Work up!

[@BartendingPro]

Never doubt yourself, you can do it!!

[@BartendingPro]

Welcome! Enjoy the ride!!

[@BartendingPro]

Thanx and you're so welcome! Come visit SD and we'll see what we can do ;)

[@shimmer912]

You are amaazzziinnngg!! So helpful! Wish I had a coworker like you!

[@BartendingPro]

No problem, and thank you! Just send them over to the channel!!

[@BartendingPro]

Hahaha, thanks for the support man! ...this was actually for my fourth bartending job, been pourin' 'em hot for almost 14 years now. I just wanted to film the process so people can get a feeling of what it's like :)

[@johnbfrommd]

What should my resume look like if I have zero experience? I have just completed a Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission certification viewed every video of yours and bartending basics. Thanks!

[@BartendingPro]

Good question. 1st off, if its going to be a good recommendation they WILL take the time, that's the whole point of why a letter is powerful, you're good enough that someone took their own personal time to write it for you. That being said, you can write a rough draft & give it to them as an outline. Just make sure they ONLY use it as an outline & don't just fill in their name & sign it. 1) It's not honest, 2) All your letters will sound exactly the same. & the managers who read them will know.

[@malcolmnicoll1165]

Great video, Jason. As a new guy just getting into bartending, I'm most grateful. Thanks for posting.

[@BartendingPro]

One week after, then you go back in one week after your first follow up, and drop to two-week intervals for a month or so, then start to follow up via phone call once a month-ish...

[@BartendingPro]

You're welcome!!

[@BartendingPro]

See the comment I left for @TheSlyOne420 about what to wear if you're female. As for the getting hit on part, guys or girls, that's just part of the job...awesome most times, but yes can be annoying others. Just remember you're in customer service and stay cool. If they cross the line, don't ever be afraid to say "STOP", and/or tell a manager/bouncer/big guy coworker to give 'em the boot.

[@BartendingPro]

Yeah buddy! Congratulations!!

[@marianita10100]

hey you just earned yourself a new subscriber! really helpful and look forward to more of your videos. found your channel on a whim and i must say im glad i did. im 19 yr old female and just about to start bartending school, i figured this could be a good start for me as a side job. who knows i hope i succeed with everything. lucky to have found your channel :)

[@zhulia]

Is part two of this out? Great great stuff, by the way, all of it. Thanks so much!

[@chibistyles1801]

Was there ever a part 2?

[@amethystmoonfly]

how awesome was that lesson...worth learning. thanks for sharing your experience.

[@BartendingPro]

RIght on! Cheers!!

[@BartendingPro]

Thanks man!

[@BartendingPro]

You're welcome!

[@CWalthallBrand]

Btw, everyone loves the white file with business card presentation. I keep getting great reviews on how fancy and professional it is!

[@CWalthallBrand]

Hey James, thanks so much for your guidance. Every lil bit helps when starting a new job field! I am up to creating my letters of recommendation. Would you happen to have the templates to look on? Thanks so much again! -C. Walthall

[@teslanikole9919]

What sort of attire would you suggest for a lady?

[@lindseyjorgensen4432]

You're videos are awesome... Thank You! I'm trying to give a friend some must know tips!

[@Darknessreinvented]

So being a first timer EVER at bartending (have been a waitress, in fast-food, and everything else, not food industry related) If we don't have any bar experience, where should we start.? Is it a bad idea to walk right into the big bar down the street and ask for a job application, I mean how does this go.? And if not what type of joint would be a good place to start.?

[@Ashton-e3n]

What if you are a woman? You talked about dressing the part for just guys, women are watching too! I'm looking for a job right now :)

[@BartendingPro]

saintgauden Hahahaa...almost.

[@BartendingPro]

Jacquie, same thing...look at a FEMALE lawyer...what do they look like? Same idea. Generally black slacks, well fitted button up shirt. Think classy, not sleazy...but mellow classy, you don't want to look like you're trying to hard :)

[@chrissiavictors6655]

+saintgauden if you're serious, this is incredibly sexist. "look like a lawyer who just got off of work", what fucking lawyer dresses like that??? it shows how little respect you have for women.

[@manriquezabel]

how long did you wait to follow up after you 1st walked into these places?

[@AsanteSimmons]

Thanks bro! Your videos are beast really helped me with my confidence at finding a bartending job! hoof!

[@Rare_Rose]

Hi. Would u say its better to get a letter of recommendation from a previous bar manager over a manager from a non hospitality job? Or will the second work just as well?

[@CandyHam]

thanks this is all very helpful.... I was thinking I might go for a bartending job part-time or something while I finish up school. But San Francisco is a demanding city and I don't know if I stand a chance. What sort of things did you put on your resume? How do you organize it?

[@redhoodie4111]

I feel like such a loser saying this but, I want to be a bartender but I have absolutely no experience..... The closest thing I'll be doing is some parties that my mom and my aunt are going to be throwing in the next couple weeks, and they've agreed to let me bar tend for practice. My resume has nothing bar or restaurant related on it; I've done nothing but labor jobs since I got out of high school. But anyway, seeing as how my current situation is pretty pathetic in terms of experience what would you recommend I do to make myself seem more valuable to a bar?

[@BartendingPro]

Unless you want to "stretch" the truth about your experience on your resume, counting those parties as such... which I've seen, and recommended to be done... then your best option is to try and get hired in a lower position that is easier to be hired into with limited or no experience (i.e., server/waiter, bus boy, bar back, dishwasher, bouncer, DJ, anything!) Then from there it's up to you to be the squeaky wheel and let them know your intentions to move up in the organization. Most important thing is just to start!

[@redhoodie4111]

Okay, Thanks so much.

[@justinjorge2075]

Starting as a bar back and busboy in a week! Excited to put some elbow grease in and learn. ;)

[@angelrussell6159]

I wouldnt recommend going into djaying as a starter for bartending. One has absolutely nothing to do with the other. Unless you already DJ, stick with something related to the food and hospitality industry.

[@BartendingPro]

I agree...My point was if you can get into an establishment ANY way possible, you can move to another position from there. If you're working at a place as a DJ (or ANY job for that matter) they are obviously willing to hire you, and thus possibly give you a shot somewhere else granted you can demonstrate your willingness to learn and be a valuable employee. Be clear, I'm not saying to try to become a DJ to try and get into bartending, in fact that and being a bouncer are probably the furthest from working as a bartender...but if you ALREADY dj and work at establishments you think would be good bartending gigs, then you will have a relationship with the management that you can leverage to get hired into other positions.

[@crystalrainnn]

I got butterflies just watching you. I want to be a bartender so bad, but I know once i try and get a job i will just chicken out :( This video was great though. Now I know how to make myself stand out with the resume. Thankss!

[@BartendingPro]

Haha, it's Jason. My name is Jason, Christina but no big deal ;) ...any you're very welcome! As for templates, they don't need to be fancy. Just do a quick google search.

[@xMissJoCx]

Got interview later so pleased I found your videos! So helpful :)))

[@BartendingPro]

You're looking at 'em Candy, everything on my channel is intended for first-timers! All you have to do is actually put this stuff to use and it works! If you want more in depth info you can check out my site bartendingblueprint(dot)com; there is a members area in there that really digs into the step by step nuts and bolts of it all. Plus, I'm working out the details of being able to hire myself for personal one-on-one help...check out the site!

[@jorgemayorga15]

Thank for all your help.....I have a question: what you exactly put on the DVD ???, it is a video or a power point with the resume???

[@BartendingPro]

I did! The rest of this series is reserved for my private clients on the bartendingblueprint website...

[@cayvzcvlt]

Wow a year and a half?! I went to ABC and it lasted only two weeks.. crazy. You going for bar manager?

[@Rare_Rose]

I kno this is n old video...hopefully they will keep u in mind for future openings.

[@BartendingPro]

Hey thanks for that...I figure its a work in progress and have faith that at some day I'll hit the tipping point and will be rewarded by KZbin's algorithm and get served more views. I'm sure you could submit my channel and say "hey, this guy's awesome!" if you really wanted too ;). Thanks again for the kind words!

[@BartendingPro]

No problem, you're very welcome! Yes, SF is a very competitive market for bartenders, but it's also very large...aka, LOTS of places to work. Think neighborhood and suburb bars, not downtown clubs when you're first starting out, these will give you the most opportunity to start with little to no experience...For your resume, go to bartendingblueprint(dot)com and enter your name and email and I'll send you 6 custom resume templates for free and a video telling you exactly how to fill 'em out :)

[@BartendingPro]

Industry related is good. But a gleaming recommendation is best.

[@BartendingPro]

Hahaha, nice shades bro!!

[@cyangaze1]

I'm just wondering about another reality I seem to face...it seems that everywhere I apply, the entire staff are all women; I mean from dive to swanky, that's all I see. I'm not trying to be misogynistic or bitter in any way, but is it possible that it's becoming harder for men to get jobs as bartenders?

[@chiefkeef8902]

Wish the videos never stopped 😔

[@CWalthallBrand]

Sorry, I meant Jason! Thanks for the insight, I am currently looking for the perfect, believable reference templates;)

[@BartendingPro]

Yes, it has always been there...however, like I stated in a comment below, I have to save some extra nuggets of gold for my full private members. The whole story is available in the full bartendingblueprint(dot)com program.

[@BartendingPro]

Ahh! Right on, you as well :)

[@donniedarko1345]

Driven coast highway thousands of times. I know exactly where you applied. Good place, but you could do better :)

[@robertrp4024]

thank you!...

[@BartendingPro]

Check my response to your other comment for some details. Check the full bartendingblueprint (.) com site for more specifics on how to get up and running asap.

[@thedudejohnsson]

Skip the glasses!

[@beccakrist96]

i have a bartending interview tomorrow. i have no experience but i think he knows that. any tips?

[@RealHIPHOPhed]

+Becca Krist its always easy for females to get a bartending job girls brings guys. But in most nyc clubs its guys because they dont have to depend on that aspect

[@beccakrist96]

+alex soto yea i actually nailed the job interview. ive been working a lot. its really great and i really enjoy it.

[@RealHIPHOPhed]

+Becca Krist good shit i got a few interviews today and im scared as shit

[@beccakrist96]

+alex soto but good luck just stay confident

[@lornadavis-theprojectmaver7389]

+Becca Krist Hey Becca - You mentioned that you have no experience. What did your resume look like?

[@BartendingPro]

Butterfly! Hahaha, just kidding...you're guess is as good as mine :)

[@sydney13ism]

When you suggest going in every week to a place you want to work at, having already been in once and introduced yourself and gave your resume to the correct person, don't you run the risk of being perceived as TOO eager, anxious, whatever? Or thought of as a pain in the ass? Not trying to be funny here. I'm legitimately curious. And also, how old is too old to apply for bartending work? And no politically correct answers or saying how you look has nothing to do with it. Love your tapes, BTW.

[@BartendingPro]

Ah yes, the million dollar bartending question. The short answer is, friends...when you're first starting out you need to make friends with the managers that can give you a shot. You can march in and apply but if they don't know YOU, your name, your personality, it's a snowballs chance that you'll get the gig...especially with no experience. Check my blog at bartendingblueprint(dot)com if you want more specific details about this process.

[@janjaotreta]

WOW 3:20!!! It's a Bee!!! Or is it a FLY?

[@sydney13ism]

These ideas are fucking' awesome!

[@HadesRx]

hehehe I loved it, really. In fact I wrote msg to crystal garcia xD anyway, I hope you making great cocktails, cheers!!

[@jenbloom3690]

I've been bartending for about 5 months and previously cocktailed almost a year at my current job, and i feel like I want to bartend at other bars, but Is that considered enough experience to get another bartending gig outside of my current employer?

[@BartendingPro]

Oh no, I got the job...however, I have to save some extra nuggets of gold for my full private members. The whole story is available in the bartendingblueprint(dot)com program.

[@marquessilva6227]

WOW...I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT AGE...SO IF A WOMAN IS OVER 40 BUT LOOKS LIKE 35,SHE CANT GET A JOB?

[@melaniexoxo]

Hey, I know it has been awhile since you posted but just go for it!! I'm well over 40 but I'm going to try. Bar back and go from there. Just make sure you look really, really, really good and put twice the effort into your appearance without looking like you did, if that makes sense. Go for the smaller, non-trendy establishments or restaurant bars (I've been binge watching his vids)

[@manriquezabel]

Dude, you're fucking cool!

[@thomasfontaine3002]

You’re trying waaay too hard

[@BartendingPro]

Maybe. But I got the job, so...