I have a question about bartending ?!
I have a question about bartending ?
I am currently in my first week of bartending school and I am learning alot and its seems to be going great. The course is 2 weeks and then there will be a final exam. Can someone out there tell me what the chance of getting a bartending job out of bartending school with absolutley no experience in the food and beverage industry ?
Answers:
I regret to tell you this but you might be in for some disapointment. I totally agree with the person who recomended starting from the bottom but think from experience that I might be able to add a couple of thoughts. Sadly the biggest factor working against you is your gender. This might only apply to my own geographical region(NoCal) but even very experienced "male" bartenders have a hard time finding work as the trend of late seems to be hiring attractive, usually young women, often with little to no experience. Ive been pouring for 11 years, mostly college bars, and am fortunate to be employed, but I personally know of some "bar-Gods" with skills and game that find themselves overlooked for "hotties" with no talent. It is no Joke when I tell you that while training one of these young ladies, I was onced asked what goes in a Jack and Coke. My best advice would be to see if you can withdraw from your course, possibly getting some of your money back and find a new career path. It is not as glamorous as many seem to think it is. Sorry if I have rained on your parade but your time and money is without question, better spent on other ventures.