Be a better bartender in six easy steps PDF Print E-mail
Bar Resources | Bartending Tips
Written by Barman Guide   
Please help Barman Guide spread the word ...
Technorati Mr. Wong Stumble It! Diigo BlinkList Reddit Del.icio.us; Digg This!

6 things a bartender should strive to achieve on every shift...

 

be a better bartender1. Speed

 

Develop a routine, which will give you a steady, fluent flow to meet your customer's expectations.

 

Economy of movement and thinking ahead will help you get everything done with maximum efficiency, by seeing what needs to be done before it needs doing.

 

2. Attentiveness

 

There's little value in being quick and consistent if you make a lot of mistakes just as quickly. Don't hesitate to double check your orders and don't work faster than is comfortable, so you'll only need to do things once.

 

By being aware of everything that's happening in your section of the bar, you can head problems off in advance. It's not hard to satisfy your customers if you make the effort to identify what pleases them.

 

3. Cleanliness

 

Too much clutter gets in the way and slows you down, so clean as you go. Also, let your bar backs and supervisors known in advance what you're going to need. Make sure the trash is not too full, and empty bottles moved to the reserve station.

 

4. Satisfaction

 

Pay attention whenever possible by checking with your customers to see how they like their drinks, especially for the specialty cocktails. They might not say anything bad out of politeness, but you can easily judge from their reaction if the drink meets their expectations or not. Doing what you can to remedy the situation is a great way to keeps guests loyal to your bar.

 

5. Consistency

 

Aim to make your drinks, especially cocktails, the same across the board. Most bars have standards, so if one bartender makes a cocktail one way and you make it another way, your venue will look unprofessional and the customer will have something to complain about.

 

Also, the amount of head on a beer and the portions of liquor in your mixed drinks needs to be consistent to keep inventory control simple, but remember the customer is always right, so if they request a drink made another way, go ahead and serve it that way.

 

6. Freshness

 

Cocktails shouldn't sit around too long before being delivered to the customer, as ingredients can separate, dilute and that generally looks unattractive. Filling mixed drinks with plenty of ice actually slows the dilution effect, and chilled beer and cocktail glasses help to increase the longevity of these drinks and look more inticing overall.


blog comments powered by Disqus

 

Drink Cool

Baleric Beats In Benesov
01/12/2009 | Nolan Walker
article thumbnail

Let's be straight: clubbing in Prague can be a little hit and miss...


Bangkok Nightlife Options
08/07/2009 | Barman Guide
article thumbnail

  No other city in Asia rivals Bangkok for thrilling nightlife and evening ent [ ... ]


More cool stuff

Bar Stars

Goddess of The Caledonia: Zsuzsanna Bozo
30/12/2011 | Scott Warren
article thumbnail

Welcome to "Bar Deities," wherein our intrepid Thinkers go forth to B [ ... ]


Mix It Up!
23/07/2009 | Amy Lamb
article thumbnail

Amy Lamb explores some of the unique drinks and mixologists making the rounds in [ ... ]


Meet the Team

    World Venues

    Singapore barsSing One Cafe Lounge
    Joe Bodia
    article thumbnail

    Down-to-earth and cosy, Sing One Café Lounge is the perfect little spot to unwind.   The intimate feel of the lounge, along with a few good drinks from the bar will ensure yo [ ... ]


    Hong Kong barsLei Dou Hong Kong Bar & Lounge
    Jeffree Benet
    article thumbnail

    Lei Dou is Cantonese for "right here," and after one step in the premises at the foot of Lan Kwai Fong, it all makes perfect sense...


    California BarsPaon Restaurant and Wine Bar
    BarmanGuide
    article thumbnail

    Whether you're in the dining rooms or the winetasting bar, vino is a must...


    Singapore bars57 Chevy
    Joe Bodia
    article thumbnail

    It is not hard to understand why, despite being a young establishment in the pub scene, 57 Chevy is frequently packed with happy faces. The effervescent and playful live band, 'T [ ... ]


    Singapore barsCloud 9 Pub
    Joe Bodia
    article thumbnail

    Cloud 9 Pub situated along East Coast Road is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the main city.   Located in the East and conveniently situated next to the famo [ ... ]


    Hong Kong barsBrown
    Barman Guide
    article thumbnail

    In the colour spectrum, brown is hardly considered the most glamorous of the lot...   This, however, hasn't stopped architect Nunn Luan from opening a bar dedicated to the colour. [ ... ]


    More World Venues

    Prague Venues

    Baleric Beats In Benesov
    01/12/2009 | Nolan Walker
    article thumbnail

    Let's be straight: clubbing in Prague can be a little hit and miss...


    A night on the town in Prague
    16/12/2011 | Joe Bodia
    article thumbnail

    So you've clocked out early and you wanna loosen up your tie, and take a little trip around Prague. Well you know the hype; it doesn't stop until you do, so it might be best to hit t [ ... ]


    Bartending

    Bartending Tips10 Top Tips on Making Cocktails
    Derek Rogers
    article thumbnail

    Cocktails are not only savoury to sip but also look exciting and fun to drink; they are perfect for celebrations as they tend to elicit a pleasurable response among drinkers. Fortu [ ... ]


    Check out our other sites

    Got an itch to see the world? GrooveTravelers.com has lots of inspiring ideas for destinations!.
    Cinemalicious.com covers cinematic DVD reviews, plus celebrity profiles and interviews.
    Do you relate? LoversandThinkers offers relationship and self awareness tips.

    Gashaus - Where the Music Lives

    Come check out the best little music website on the net... the Gashaus! What you will find are some insightful CD reviews, band interviews and DJ profiles, music venue reviews and witty takes on what makes the music great. And check out the MP3 Shop link for free MP3s from Amazon.com

    We're talking music reviews by some of the wittiest scribes to grace the pages of Think Magazine and then some. We hope you enjoy, and if you'd like to contribute, be sure to email the editor, she loves email!

    FashionBrain, Thinkin' About Style

    FashionBrain.com is your place for fashion, the latest gadgets and totally cool automotive reviews.
    Advertise on Barman Guide!Nightlife Destinations