Bartending is a profession that is gaining respect and recognition around the world. There are many different things you, as the bartender, can remember to do each time you are bartending that could really help with improving your bartending skills, which in return your income will also improve because the happier the customers, and that means more money in your pocket. Some of the things you should already know as a bartender is of course, how to make the drinks, no matter how crazy the drinks sound, if it is what the customer wants, give it to them, and make them happy. Your bar should look nice at all times, keep the counters wiped down, empty ashtrays constantly, give refills, even without requests and always remember to communicate with the customers, make them feel as if you have known them for years.
The establishment you work in will provide the blender, beverages, glasses and ice. In a posh restaurant setting, the bartender may have little to no contact with the public, but in a cozy bar type setting, the bartender could be in constant contact with the public. In the space, install a small sink with running water, which is important to keep hygienic, a small refrigerator and a chair or two for you to rest in your free time.
It not only helps you to earn better, but also earns you the pleasure of your customers, and happy customers means better tips for you. Extreme or flair bartending has had a lot to do with the new opinions of bartenders. A not so well known drink is the Mulls and is a sweetened or spiced wine, beer or liquor, heated and served as hot punch.
Once you become a bartender you will be absolutely amazed at how often you make the same drinks. There are a lot of colleges and universities that offer bartending, or you can study online.
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