Bar Staff for hire in Columbia, MO

Find bar staff who excel in customer service, craft cocktails and manage inventory, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere and efficient operations for establishments. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Columbia, MO to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    844

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    12%
    Organizational Skills
    10%
    Time Management
    10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    54%
    Bachelor's degree
    35%
    Associate's degree
    7%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    6-10 years
    40%
    1-2 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Olive Garden
    • Chili’s Bar and Grill
    • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    57%
    Less than a year
    29%
    1-2 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 844 profiles for Bar Staff in Columbia, MO

Last updated: Nov 13, 2026

Bar Staff: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbia, MO: $43,100 yearly
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  • Server/Waiter/Cashier

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCDL aServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime Management
  • Applebee's Server

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceUpscale Casual ExperienceTime ManagementCasual Dining Experience
  • Waitress

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseTIPSSafe Quality Food CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceUpscale Casual ExperienceOrganizational Skills
  • Prep Cook, Dishwasher, Line cook,

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    RBT CertificationAir Brake EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseClass EHVAC Certification+10 more

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication Skills
  • Server

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Public SpeakingCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceCasual Dining Experience
  • Dietary Aide

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Personal TrainerBartender LicenseLifeguard ExperiencePassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+17 more

    Skills

    ManagementTime ManagementPharmacy Technician ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadership

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What's the average time to fill a bar staff role?

The average time to fill a bar staff role is 136 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do bar staff tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a bar staff include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for bar staff?

Common licenses or certifications for bar staff include: Driver's License, Food Handler Certification and Servsafe Certification.

What are some job titles related to bar staff?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to bar staff include: server, applebee's server and bartender/server.

What level of education is common for a bar staff?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a bar staff in Columbia, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a bar staff?

Most bar staff have 12 years of professional experience.

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