Group
Occupation
471131 Bar Attendant
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
471131 Bar Attendant
Prepares, mixes, and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons in a bar in a licensed establishment.
Alternative titles
- Bar Steward
- Bartender
Specialisation
- Mixologist
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Takes orders from patrons for drinks
- Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons
- Creates and follows cocktail recipes using garnishes and other specialised ingredients
- Checks identification to verify legal drinking age
- Cleans and maintains bar area, including equipment and utensils
- Stocks and replenishes bar inventory and supplies
- Monitors patrons for signs of intoxication and refuses service as necessary
- Assists with bar opening and closing procedures