Source: Jazz Guy

Why is it that certain people can make a lucrative career out of bartending while for others it is just a temporary means of making ends meet? It is probably because some bartenders have learnt what it takes to make an average bartender, great.

Tips to help become a better bartender:

1. When a customer sits down acknowledge them and greet them pleasantly. Never ignore customers, this is rude for any hospitality industry worker, especially one that depends of people liking them for tips.

2. Learn to multitask. Take more than one order at a time and be accurate. Don’t bring people the wrong drinks and don’t take long. Also treat people equally and serve them in the order they arrive.

3. Nothing is more important than being polite. Most people can forgive a mistake but not many can forgive rudeness or just plain aloofness in a bartender.

4. Learn your product. Just like a salesperson you should know the brands you stock in your bar and be able to tell the difference between different varieties.

5. Take pride in your appearance. This goes without saying but in the hospitality industry, appearance is everything. Ensuring that you are neat and clean is important because your appearance reflects on your organisation and your employer.

6. Thank all patrons for their business before they leave and say goodbye.