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The Working Bartender: The Best Beginner Bartending Course
Rating: 4.6 out of 5(136 ratings)
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The Working Bartender: The Best Beginner Bartending Course

Learn How to Bartend and Get a Job Fast. Learn to Use Bar Tools, Make Cocktails and Make Great Tips on Every Bill!
Created byJacob Martin
Last updated 3/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Learn How to Bartend and Make Great Tips!
  • Understand the Industry Language used in a Bar or Restaurant.
  • Learn How to Get a Bartending Job Fast!
  • Learn How to Make Mixed Drinks and Use all the Bar Tools Properly!
  • Understand What is Important to Get the Job You Want.

Course content

4 sections • 97 lectures • 5h 55m total length

  • Main Open - Course Introduction - Etiquette and Service language Intro6:59
  • Important Areas in the Bar or Restaurant6:05
  • Service Language - Service2:06
  • Service Language - Saying "Behind"7:08
  • Service Language - Beside You, Down Low & Spinning2:42
  • Service Language - Saying "Corner"1:48
  • Service Language - Saying "Sharp"3:33
  • Service Language - Saying "Hot"2:38
  • Restaurant Roles and Addressing Colleagues5:55
  • Service Language - Yes Chef, May I?, Heard!3:20
  • Service Etiquette - Addressing the Chef3:00
  • Service Etiquette - Yes Sir, Yes Ma'am, Yes Madame1:38
  • Service Language - 86 (eighty-six)2:54
  • Service Language - In The Books0:40

    Master service language with 'in the books,' meaning the reservation count. It refers to the old reservation book used to record names, phone numbers, party sizes, and time slots.

  • Service Language - 911, Double Sat & Triple Sat3:59
  • Service Language - Do Not Make1:18
  • Service Language - Send It, Fire, Straight Fire4:35

    Learn how to send it, fire, and straight fire drive order workflow between bartenders, servers, and the kitchen, punching drinks first and sending to bar via the pos.

  • Service Language - Mis En Place1:14

    Master mise en place by organizing bar tools, garnishes, and line cook ingredients for a consistent workstation. Ensure guests have a side plate, water, glass, and coaster to streamline service.

  • Intro to Bar Lingo - On the Rocks1:32

    Master common bar terminology, including what 'on the rocks' means, that it refers to ice, a rocks glass, and when a martini is served on the rocks.

  • Bar Lingo - Neat1:07

    Understand that neat means room temperature with nothing added, typically for sipping. Free pour without a jigger, as Jameson neat, with spirits like whiskey, scotch, tequila, brandy, or cognac.

  • Bar Lingo - Straight Up1:01

    Learn what straight up means: a chilled cocktail served without ice, typically stirred or shaken and strained. Use the martini as the example to explain its purpose and service.

  • Bar Lingo - Martini Lingo4:22

    Master martini terminology by learning how dirty and extra dry requests use olive juice and dry vermouth, and how burnt involves a scotch rinse and a lemon twist garnish.

  • Bar Lingo - Rinse / Wash1:10
  • Bar Lingo - Chaser0:39

    Learn bar lingo for chasers, small non-alcoholic pours like orange juice or Sprite that accompany a vodka shot to ease the burn.

  • Bar Lingo - Back1:03

    Explain how 'back' names a follow-up drink after a shot, as bar lingo, with examples like pickleback and beef au jus, served in a rocks or shot glass.

  • Bar Lingo - Floater0:50
  • Bar Lingo - Stir, Shake, Build, Blend1:03
  • Etiquette and Service Language - Conclusion1:08
  • Bar Tools - Intro & Bartender Tools8:19

    Master the essential bar tools and daily carry for bartenders. Build readiness with a bar book, pens, apron, sharpie, wine key, beer key, lighters, and a menu pad.

  • Bar Tools - The Scoop1:49
  • Bar Tools - Spouts2:40
  • Bar Tools - The Jigger1:45
  • Bar Tools - The Boston Shaker1:34

    Master the two-part Boston shaker, understand how the top and bottom fit, and learn to hold, shake, lock, and unlock to craft consistent cocktails.

  • Bar Tools - The Hawthorne Strainer1:40
  • Bar Tools - The Bar Spoon1:10
  • Bar Tools - The Muddler2:37

    Learn to use the muddler to extract citrus flavors while avoiding mint muddling to prevent oxidation and mint fragments; clap herbs and explore muddlers and techniques.

  • Bar Tools - Cutting Board & Paring Knife3:02
  • Bar Tools - The Juicer1:13

    Learn to use the juicer to extract fresh citrus juice from lemons, limes, and oranges, placing halves face down and squeezing into a jigger for accurate measurement.

  • Bar Tools - Grater & Zester1:30
  • Bar Tools - The Peeler1:34

    Master using a citrus peeler to create garnishes and rind zest from oranges, limes, and lemons, while observing safety to avoid cuts.

  • Bar Tools - Fine Strainer1:27
  • Bar Tools - Bar Rags3:05

    Use designated rags for hands, surfaces, beer area, and glass washing to prevent cross-contamination; keep rags in spots: beer rag left, surface rag near prep, glass-washing rags atop drying glassware.

  • Bar Tools - Yarai or Mixing Jug1:26
  • Bar Tools - Tongs1:27

    Use tongs to pick up garnishes and delicate items behind the bar. Tongs offer better control for placing dehydrated citrus slices and provide a professional look.

  • Bar Tools - Other Bar Tools2:45
  • Bar Tools - Most Used Bar Tools2:05
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Intro1:33
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Bar Rail Spirits2:12
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Vodka2:41
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Gin1:56
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Rum1:44

    Discover the versatility of rum, from white rum on the rail to spiced and dark varieties from Caribbean sugar cane. Explore the daiquiri and rum and Coke for everyday mixing.

  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Whiskey2:38
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Tequila5:04
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Wine5:44
  • Discussion on - Spirits-Wine-Beer - Beer5:33

    Learn the basics of beer by comparing lagers and ales, and master pouring a draft while tracking color and flavor profiles.

Requirements

  • A Genuine Interest in Getting Hired as a Bartender.
  • Little to No Experience in a Bartending Role.
  • A Desire to Make Great Money and Tips as a Service Professional.
  • A blank Notebook and a Pen.

Description

The Working Bartender online bartending course is designed to fast-track aspiring bartenders into the service industry with a focus on practical, job-ready skills. This program stands out for its efficiency and targeted approach to bartending education.

Course Structure

The course is structured to deliver essential knowledge and skills in a condensed timeframe, allowing students to be job-ready after just one day of intensive learning. Key components include:

  • Video tutorials covering bartending basics

  • Focused curriculum on high-demand skills

  • Practical knowledge for real bar and restaurant environments

Key Benefits

  1. Rapid Job Readiness: Students can prepare for employment opportunities in the service industry within 24 hours.

  2. Industry-Relevant Content: The curriculum is tailored to meet current industry demands, ensuring students learn what employers are looking for.

  3. Practical Skill Development: The course emphasizes hands-on skills that are immediately applicable in a working bar setting.

  4. Efficient Learning: By concentrating on the most necessary elements, the course eliminates extraneous information, streamlining the learning process.

Course Focus Areas

  • Essential Drink Recipes: Students learn to prepare the most commonly ordered cocktails and beverages.

  • Bar Operations: The course covers crucial aspects of managing a bar during service.

  • Customer Service Skills: Emphasis on interaction with patrons and handling various service scenarios.

Advantages Over Traditional Methods

Unlike traditional bartending schools or lengthy apprenticeships, The Working Bartender offers:

  • Time Efficiency: Rapid training compared to weeks-long programs or years of on-the-job learning.

  • Cost-Effective: Online format reduces expenses associated with in-person training.

  • Flexibility: Students can learn at their own pace and revisit materials as needed.

Industry Recognition

While the course provides a solid foundation, it's important to note that hands-on experience in an actual bar setting is still valuable for developing comprehensive skills. However, The Working Bartender's focused approach gives students a significant advantage in securing entry-level positions quickly. Including insider tips on how to go out and get on the job experience before getting hired in a restaurant.


By prioritizing the most crucial aspects of bartending and delivering them in an accessible online videos, The Working Bartender positions itself as an efficient and effective solution for those looking to enter the bartending profession with confidence and relevant skills.

Who this course is for:

  • This course is for anyone who wants to get a job bartending.
  • It is for aspiring bartenders who have very little or no experience behind the bar.
  • It is for barbacks, food runners, host & hostesses and servers who want to upgrade their skills to become a bartender.
  • It is for bartenders who work in small bars or restaurants who want to upgrade or refresh their skillset to get promoted or move to a higher-end establishment.
  • This is good for anyone who needs to start making money as soon as possible.

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