Full Time Bar / Waiting On Staff
Bartenders
O*NET 35-3011.00
Job Description
Automation Risk
Many tasks in this role, such as cleaning, cash handling, and inventory tracking, are routine and can be automated or heavily augmented by technology. However, core customer service, conflict management, and event support require human presence, empathy, and judgment, reducing full automation risk. Generative AI and digital tools can assist with communication, scheduling, and compliance, but cannot fully replace the interpersonal aspects.
Task analysis
- Serve drinks and food to customers at the bar and tables, ensuring orders are accurate and timely.
- Provide excellent customer service by greeting guests, answering questions, and proactively addressing needs.
- Clean and maintain bar, tables, and service areas to hygiene standards.
- Process payments and handle cash accurately, including balancing receipts at shift end.
- Check identification to verify age for alcohol service and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assist with organizing and supporting functions or events, including setup and coordination.
- Monitor customer behavior to prevent excessive drinking and manage difficult situations diplomatically.
- Restock bar supplies and ensure inventory is maintained throughout shifts.
Occupational Classification
UK Salary Benchmark
Food and beverage service activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings
Key Skills
Knowledge Areas
O*NET Competency Skills
Alternative Career Paths
Oversee bar operations, manage staff, and ensure service standards are met.
Plan and manage events, liaising with clients and service teams.
Manage restaurant operations, staff, and customer experience.
Handle guest check-in, reservations, and customer service at a hotel.
Also Consider
🔥 Hot Technologies
In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)
Work Activities
General work activities from O*NET
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
- Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
- Getting Information
- Training and Teaching Others
- Handling and Moving Objects
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
- Monitoring and Controlling Resources
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
- Assisting and Caring for Others
- Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Anthropic Economic Index
Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗
Observed Claude Usage
0%
of conversations
Classic Auto. Risk
77%
Frey & Osborne
Job Zone
2/5
Some prep
O*NET Median Salary
£18k
US ref. $23k · fx 0.79
Occupational family: Food Preparation and Serving Related
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