Bar attendants prepare, mix and serve drinks to customers in the hotel bars and restaurant.

A bar attendant may perform the following tasks:

• serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• draw beer from the tap or pour from bottles
• mix ingredients to make cocktails and slice fruit to garnish drinks
• prepare and serve a variety of coffees
• refill drink and cigarette dispensers
• collect glasses from tables and place them in glass washing machines
• wipe down tables and empty ashtrays
• collect payment, operate cash registers and give change
• arrange bottles and glasses on shelves
• clean bar service area and polish glasses
• operate TAB and Keno or gaming machine terminals
• assist in the cellar
• assist in stock control
• observe workplace hygiene, occupational health and safety, and security procedures.

Bar attendants work in venues that are often busy and noisy. They may have to deal with difficult customers. They usually work shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Uniforms may be supplied by employers. Bar attendants must be at least 18 years of age, although some training providers give exemptions for the purpose of training.

Personal Requirements:

• good interpersonal skills
• good memory
• efficient and speedy
• enjoy working with people
• prepared to work weekends and evenings
• good cash-handling skills
• able to stand for long periods.

For more information contact: careers@hotelmetropole.com.au