Bartender

Yes, you can be a Bartender without pursuing any Bartending courses but, these courses offer a variety of benefits that fulfill the long-term professional goals that you might miss. Standard Bartending Course (Certificate), Diploma in Hotel Management and Bartending, Professional Bartending, Flair ology Course (Certificate), and Advanced Professional Bartending Course (Certificate) are some reputed courses that help attract employment opportunities in MNCs. 

A Bartender should possess the following skills-Resume and demonstrated bartending experience Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and pouring beverages, Knowledge of computers, A second language is advantageous, Positive mindset and exceptional communication abilities, Capability to keep the bar clean, stocked, and organized.

Bartenders interact with customers directly by mixing and serving drink orders. Their duties include confirming age requirements, understanding alcohol mixing and tastes, making traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, keeping inventory and cleaning bar supplies.They also take meal orders from clients or wait for staff and tell them of any promotions. They maintain food and beverage compliance, replenish bar inventory, choose menu items, and oversee overall bar operations.

A competent Barman is friendly, organized, has a strong memory, and can communicate with a diverse set of clients efficiently and successfully. They are enthusiastic, confident, well-versed in alcoholic beverages, and have excellent time management abilities. They must be able to operate rapidly, systematically, and in fast-paced conditions.

The salary of a Bartender depends on several factors including the job location and the employer’s profile. If it is a 5-star hotel or resort, salaries would be more than the average hotel.Along with the fixed salary or remuneration, an expert bartender may also get decent earnings from tips from impressed and happy clients. The general starting salary can range around INR 3 LPA. Since bartenders tend to change jobs, salaries also increase with the type of establishment that is hiring the bartender.

I cannot tell you the exact amount but somewhere its around 30k to 50k. You can also prefer other institutions where they offer the same course with comparatively less fees.

A sommelier or wine steward is a person who is an expert in fine wine and is responsible for serving it to patrons. Sommeliers with a good amount of experience in the profession can become wine consultants to various importers and liquor companies. You can also help improve the quality of wines by tying up with winemakers. You can also start your own company if you have that entrepreneurial streak in you. You can also organise various wine tasting tours to the vineyards in India. You can also write various articles for lifestyle or food magazines.

Hi Nachiket, Keep reading to learn how to get started on the path to becoming a bartender without any prior experience. Get a Bartending License.
Get Hired as a Barback.
Start at a Restaurant Bar.
Find a Bartending Mentor.
Learn How to Pour Drinks. Practice Mixology.
Be Patient and Available.
Don't Rely On Bartending School Alone.