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Bartender in the US

Average Base Hourly Compensation
$13.37
88% of roles are tipped, 100% of roles are paid hourly
Median $12.51
Min: $2.13
Max: $26.10
Bartender Compensation Ranges
Based on
6,562
Bartender Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Bartender Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 42%
Full/Part Time 36%
Part Time 20%
Seasonal 2%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $12.00
Low: $2.13
High: $26.00
Casual $12.00
Low: $2.13
High: $25.35
Fast Food $12.48
Low: $2.13
High: $24.00
Hotel $12.95
Low: $7.25
High: $26.10
Other $15.00
Low: $2.83
High: $25.35
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $12.62
Low: $2.13
High: $26.10
2-4 years $12.50
Low: $2.13
High: $26.00
4+ years $15.00
Low: $2.83
High: $23.00
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Bartender Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Server
$14.12
Median $13.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Bar Manager
$74,436
Median $76.5K
Low: $31.2K
High: $120K
Barback
$14.28
Median $12.62
Low: $2.83
High: $28.00
Barista
$19.19
Median $19.00
Low: $13.25
High: $35.00
Host
$19.16
Median $19.00
Low: $11.35
High: $27.50
Assistant General Manager
$77,103
Median $77.5K
Low: $43K
High: $110K
Cocktail Server
$13.31
Median $12.50
Low: $3.80
High: $24.00
Floor Manager
$71,479
Median $72.5K
Low: $38K
High: $105K
Line Cook
$21.20
Median $21.00
Low: $14.00
High: $30.94
Events Staff
$26.64
Median $25.00
Low: $11.00
High: $50.00
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
52%
Dental Insurance
45%
Vision Insurance
42%
Paid Time Off
40%
401(k)
31%
Commuter Benefits
32%
Potential Bonuses
11%
Dining Discounts
64%
Wellness Program
12%
Life Insurance
2%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Bartender

Top Required Skills for a Bartender
Teamwork
66.96% have this skill
Customer Service
58.55% have this skill
Attention to Detail
56.25% have this skill
Communication
54.15% have this skill
Adaptability
51.6% have this skill
Time Management
51.02% have this skill
Bartender Jobs in the US

Bartender

Gracie's
Providence, RI
Full Time
Gracie’s is seeking hospitality-driven servers who are passionate about creating memorable guest experiences through genuine hospitality, strong product knowledge, teamwork, and attention to detail....
View Job$4/hr

Bartender

One Cornelia
New York, NY
Full Time
About Kees Inspired by glamorous mid-century New York nightlife, Kees evokes the timeless elegance of that era. Meticulously-crafted cocktails, top-notch service and a sophisticated...
View Job$11/hr

Bartender

Bar Nuestro
Washington, DC
Full/Part Time
Full-Time/Part-time · Hourly · Starting at $10.30 plus Tips About Bar Nuestro Bar Nuestro is a neighborhood bistro rooted in the rhythms of old-world...
View Job$10/hr

Bartender

Gertrude's Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY
Full/Part Time
Overview:As a Bartender at gertrude's, you are a key driver of our success and the primary face of our hospitality for every guest who...
View Job$14-$15/hr

Bartender

Fini Pizza & Patio Bar - Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn, NY
Seasonal
Join our team!  Fini Pizza is a fresh take on the New York City slice shop that proudly embraces its neighborhood while honoring its...
View Job$17/hr

Bartender

El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill
Chicago, IL
Full Time
Hiring a Server/Bartender With patio season here, plenty of special events planned and the remodeling of our new banquet rooms we are looking for...
View Job$13-$15/hr

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