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post 1696712743 01-21-2024, 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted By aranadiscoteca
we took advantage of each other.
U fukin wot m8
post 1696713473 01-21-2024, 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted By yehNahm8
You don't lie unless you literally don't give af about the job, but I wouldn't recommend that attitude for bartending cuz it's actually hard work and not at all a job you can just coast in.

If you want to connect with them without lying (meaning you actually have to do this) then tell them this in your cover letter:

"While I haven't worked as a bartender professionally, I've been actively learning and practicing mixology at home and have amassed quite a collection of spirits in doing so. I consider myself to be highly teachable and adaptable. You'll find that I am extremely passionate about mastering the trade, and I am confident in my ability to bring enthusiasm and energy to your team."

^ Use your own words if you want to add more personality.

Learn a handful of classics as well as at least 1 difficult cocktail to show that you are dedicated to the craft, something like a Sazerac or an Aviation (or whatever is more popular in your area).

Once you've done that, as well as sending CVs out, call up a few bars directly and see if you can get a trial shift straight up.
If someone said that to me I would write them off as a complete autist

Vs just saying “No but I want to learn” in a way that shows they mean it, while having some other experience that shows they are a hard worker


“While I have no bar or restaurant experience, per se…”

Cringe
Originally Posted By LtGoose
U fukin wot m8
What happens in the walk-in stays in the walk-in
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post 1696714003 01-21-2024, 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted By yehNahm8
You don't lie unless you literally don't give af about the job, but I wouldn't recommend that attitude for bartending cuz it's actually hard work and not at all a job you can just coast in.

If you want to connect with them without lying (meaning you actually have to do this) then tell them this in your cover letter:

"While I haven't worked as a bartender professionally, I've been actively learning and practicing mixology at home and have amassed quite a collection of spirits in doing so. I consider myself to be highly teachable and adaptable. You'll find that I am extremely passionate about mastering the trade, and I am confident in my ability to bring enthusiasm and energy to your team."

^ Use your own words if you want to add more personality.

Learn a handful of classics as well as at least 1 difficult cocktail to show that you are dedicated to the craft, something like a Sazerac or an Aviation (or whatever is more popular in your area).

Once you've done that, as well as sending CVs out, call up a few bars directly and see if you can get a trial shift straight up.
Honestly actually good advice.
"One day I won't be able to lift any more. Not I won't want to lift. I mean physically unable. That day could be decades from now or it could be tomorrow. All I know is that's the day I'll wish I could lift more than ever. The day I'd give anything for one more workout, one more set, or one more cardio session. So go hard and enjoy every workout, every set, every rep. Because one day you will wake up and you will never get it back."
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post 1696714463 01-21-2024, 08:44 AM
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I've thought about doing it. But I might be fugly so I probably shouldn't.
post 1696717543 01-21-2024, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted By GaryRidgway
I've thought about doing it. But I might be fugly so I probably shouldn't.
As the drinks keep flowing, the bartender gets hotter and hotter. Keep this in mind.
post 1696717833 01-21-2024, 09:53 AM
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Srs question for bartending crew. Do you actually sleep with customers? Do you even have time to talk to them?

Most bartenders I've seen are being worked like galley slaves during football games, concerts, etc. And the regulars I've seen in bars on slow nights are literally 50 yo alcoholic white men that come in there 6 nights a week. Like it doesn't seem like poocey heaven.
FA Crew
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"Experience is something you get right after you need it."
post 1696718603 01-21-2024, 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted By FA*******
Srs question for bartending crew. Do you actually sleep with customers? Do you even have time to talk to them?

Most bartenders I've seen are being worked like galley slaves during football games, concerts, etc. And the regulars I've seen in bars on slow nights are literally 50 yo alcoholic white men that come in there 6 nights a week. Like it doesn't seem like poocey heaven.
It's a bad idea to sleep with clientele. Just enjoy being hit on .. and the tips.

That said the really persistent ones hang out until last call.
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