Bartending

[lasersailor184]

Ok, the Barback is starting to sound like the best option right now.  Would I ask a chain restaraunt to be a barback right off the start?  Or would I aim for a designated bar to actually be a barback?


Seagoon, I would shoot for a construction job (I love hardworking jobs) but my school hours and class times really conflict with when I'd be able to work.  I'd just be getting out of class an hour before most places are wrapping up.  

I would shoot for a cashier position, but the lack of movement and the monotony almost drove me crazy one summer.

[Sandman]

Originally posted by Ripsnort
I began bartendering after attending a bartending school, and paid for college by bartending. Lots of tips and information I have for you.

The man has layers... many layers.

[lasersailor184]

Alright bartenders, some questions for you.  I'll have more as I come up with them.

In the book I am reading, it explains that Lowball glasses have taken on the nickname "Rocks" glasses.  And I accepted this.  Throughout the book, they have always used the term "Rocks" to talk about the glass.  Suddenly, one of the mixtures asks for a Lowball glass specifically.  What's up?

This is the drink called "El Presidente Herminio."  


Also, how much ice do I put in a rocks glass?  Some recipes specifically ask for Fresh Ice, others ask for "Over Ice".  What does this mean?

[Flatbar]

Originally posted by tapakeg
I am actually a teacher at a bar school.

Get the book that looks best, learn the basic drinks and JUMP IN.

No one will really want to hire you with zero experience, so do what you have to do.

Don't get your first job at a high volume bar.  It would be a very steep learning curve.  Look for a service bar, or a "locals" place that volume and speed is not the issue.  Once you feel comfortable, work your way to wherever you want to go.

Tapakeg

Another place to look is at hotels and resorts. As a banquet bartender you may have fewer hours but they will be better hours along with better pay. If you get hired at a resort where they do lots of weddings you could make lots in tips since tips are included in the bar service charges....something to check out maybe.

[Ripsnort]

Originally posted by lasersailor184
Alright bartenders, some questions for you.  I'll have more as I come up with them.

In the book I am reading, it explains that Lowball glasses have taken on the nickname "Rocks" glasses.  And I accepted this.  Throughout the book, they have always used the term "Rocks" to talk about the glass.  Suddenly, one of the mixtures asks for a Lowball glass specifically.  What's up?

This is the drink called "El Presidente Herminio."  


Also, how much ice do I put in a rocks glass?  Some recipes specifically ask for Fresh Ice, others ask for "Over Ice".  What does this mean?

Don't worry about the glass right now, each restaurant/bar will have their verisons of those types of glasses.  The Rocks glass is generally the smallest serving glass outside of your shot glass and cordial glasses.  Always fill glass with ice to the top. Alcohol melts it down when you pour. It also makes the drink appear "full" when its straight liquor on the rocks..

As far as that drink goes, never heard of it nor have I ever served it.

[ghi]

My first job as waiter/bartender started on this Cruise Ship --Sun Princess__

They came in Romania and recruted crew in early "90s, i worked for them 5 years, on diferent ships traveling most of the world,  lot of fun and i made good money comparing with post comunist economy in Romania