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How much does a Bartender make in the United States?
Average base salary
17.5k salaries reported, updated at May 26, 2020
$11.52
per hour
The average salary for a bartender is $11.52 per hour in the United States and $150 tips per day.
Additional compensation
Tips
$150
per day
Most common benefits
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
What does a Bartender do?
A bartender is a person who takes food and drink orders at a bar, mixes alcoholic beverages, serves customers and keeps the bar area clean, stocked and organized. Bartenders may have several other job titles such as barkeep, barman, barmaid, bar chef, tapster, mixologist, flairman and alcohol server. A bartender can work in bars, restaurants, clubs, hotels and at private events and often work late evening and weekend shifts.
Working as a Bartender
Depending on their role, qualifications, specialization and years of experience, a bartender may:
- Take customers' food and beverage orders at the bar
- Prepare both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bar
- Serve customers and interact with customers at the bar to provide a positive experience
- Keep the bar area clean, organized and well stocked
- Welcome customers to the bar and make recommendations for food or drink orders when needed
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about being a Bartender
