This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersA Bar Attendant serves drinks, handles payments, cleans equipment, and provides customer service in bars, managing tasks quickly and working irregular hours.
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In Australia, a full time Bar Attendant generally earns $1,140 per week ($59,280 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years. There are currently 46,500 people employed as a Bar Attendant in Australia compared to 46,400 five years ago. Bar Attendants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate I in Hospitality is an excellent qualification if you’re planning a career as a Bar Attendant. You’ll learn basic skills in customer service, safety and hygiene, communication and working as part of a team. A Certificate II in Hospitality or a Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage) may also be appropriate.
A Bar Attendant makes drinks and serves customers in a bar, hotel or other licensed venue. You might pour beers, mix cocktails or prepare other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. A Bar Attendant, or Barman, takes drink orders and processes payments. You might also perform other duties such as cleaning bar equipment or collecting and washing glasses.
Bar Attendants should have good customer service skills and be able to communicate with a range of bar patrons. You should be able to work quickly during busy periods and may have to manage several tasks at one time. Bar Attendants must be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team. You’ll often have to work irregular hours such as nights, weekends and holidays.