You should be a beginning bartender. These tips include the basics of bartending, how to create rapport with your customers, and how to multi-task. It is important to practice good cleaning habits. Customers should feel valued.
Basic bartending skills
A basic skill in bartending is to correctly shake and strain a cocktail. A basic skill is also the use of cocktail shakers and jiggers. It is also important to be able combine ingredients using a cocktail shaker and jigger.
Stirring is one the most difficult skills of basic bartending. This is important for creating cocktails that are entirely spirit-based. To be able to stir properly, you need patience. You should also know how to use a spoon.
Build a rapport and trust with your customers
Building a rapport with customers is an essential part of customer service. First, show personal interest in customers. Start by checking on customers who have just come in and see how they're doing. Then, start by asking open-ended questions. Listen carefully and then you can move on to small talk. This will make you more knowledgeable about the services or products you're selling.
It is important to remember that many customers are introverted. If you want to have small talks with them, make sure that they can understand your body language. If they don't seem interested in your conversation, move on. Bar goers usually go with their friends and don't want to establish relationships with staff. It's more likely that customers will leave a larger tip if they make friends with you.
Multi-tasking
Multitasking is a key skill in bartending. As a bartender you must be able handle multiple tasks at once. You also need to be able to prioritize your work items and your customers' needs. Multitasking requires speed and accuracy, which is crucial for a bartender.
There are many ways to manage your time effectively and multitask. You must first have a plan. This will allow you to see what tasks must be completed so that the bar can run smoothly.
Clean habits
It is important to maintain good hygiene habits when bartending. Bartenders are frequently in the public eye. This is why it is so important to maintain a professional appearance. Customers love to see bartenders in action, so keep the area clean. This will make your customers happier and allow you to perform better. To help you keep your workspace spick and span, award-winning bartender Charlie Ainsbury shares his best cleaning tips.
You should take out your trash as a first step in cleaning. Since trash can accumulate quickly in a container, you should dispose of it frequently.
Getting a trial shift
It's a great way for new bartenders to demonstrate your abilities. This gives you an opportunity to show off your bartending skills and get to know the bar's customers. It can also help you to decide if it's a good fit.
Once you've worked for a few days, make sure to follow up with your manager. Follow up with the manager in three to seven days. It will be determined if you were hired.
FAQ
Can I freeze a batch of cocktails in advance?
Yes! A batch of cocktails can be frozen. Simply place the bottles in an airtight container and store them in the freezer until needed. You can simply thaw your bottles in the refrigerator overnight to enjoy.
What type of ice do bartenders add to drinks?
The type of drink being mixed by bartenders will determine the type of ice they use. For most drinks, cubed is used. While crushed ice for shakes or other non-carbonated drinks is used.
How long does it take for homemade frozen cocktails to be made?
It depends on how many cocktails your are making. It will take 20 minutes to make 12 cocktails. If you're making 24 cocktails, it will take 40 minutes.
Statistics
- majority of pineapple juice and Malibu rum is only 21% alcohol content. (breakingtheboredom.com)
- It is customary to leave a tip of 10-20% of the bill total. (boguesounddistillery.com)
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- The tequila should be 100 percent agave, not the cheaper “mixto” products, which blend a minimum of 51 percent agave with other sugars. (cooking.nytimes.com)
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How To
How to make a perfect Margarita in your own kitchen
The most common cocktail is made from tequila (which comes from agave), Cointreau (a sweet orange liqueur), and fresh lime juice. You can add salt, sugar, bitters, cinnamon sticks, and even chocolate syrup to enhance the flavor.
If you want to try making your own, here's how you do it!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup of ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Sticks of Cinnamon
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Chocolate syrup
Method
Mix all the ingredients together in a shaker. Give it a shake for 10 seconds and then pour into a glass. If desired, garnish with a slice or lime.
You can also use this recipe as a template for other types of alcohols, such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas