Since bartending has been around as long as the alcoholic beverage, it has its own history and past. There have been many bartenders throughout the course of that history that either invented new drinks or revolutionized part of the bartending process and service. The profession of bartender itself has evolved throughout the ages. A [...]
If you have ever considered a career in bartending, the first question you probably contemplated was money. How much does a bartender make in a night? Well, unfortunately there is no one answer. It varies and depends on a number of different factors, including location, bartending skills, and experience. Location: As you can probably imagine, [...]
Believe it or not, there are actually four different pouring techniques used by bartenders. Free Pouring: The most popular pouring method used is free pouring, allowing bartenders to pour 2-4 bottles simultaneously. This method helps improve both efficiency and speed. And while it may seem like free pouring could lead to inaccurate measurements, skilled bartenders [...]
Cash flow and proper sales control are crucial elements in any barn restaurant, or lounge. And as a bartender, you are directly responsible for the efficiency of such sales control. The key is to follow the management prescribed “House Rules,” as well as certain guidelines common to most establishments. Understanding “House” Cash Flow & [...]
Are you considering a career change? Maybe you have weighed the benefits of a career in bartending, but you are still not convinced it is the right choice for you. That’s okay. Switching careers is a big decision! In order to help you with your big decision, the Maryland Bartending Academy, Maryland’s oldest bartending school, [...]
On Sunday, August 5th, the Maryland Bartending Academy will be offering an Alcohol Awareness Training Class from 10:00 AM till 1:00 PM. The cost of the class, which has been approved by the Comptroller of Maryland (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Bureau), is $25 for all Maryland Bartending Academy students and graduates and $50 for all non-Maryland Bartending [...]
Bartending is like a career in a suitcase! You can work anywhere in the world, from a nightclub in Las Vegas to a Ski Resort in the Alps to a Cruise Ship sailing the Caribbean. A career in bartending can take you places that you never even imagined! Other Benefits of a Bartending Career [...]
