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5) No Job Hunting posts. If you'd like tips on building a Bartending resume or would like us to critique your resume, please feel free to make a post. Not sure of where to start your Resume? try looking [here](http://www.jeffreymorgenthaler.com/2006/how-to-write-a-bartending-resume/) for a good place to start. (Do not post personal information, edit any resumes before linking them). **no posting for jobs in specific cities/states**. There are plenty of resources to look for jobs and frankly, most bars rarely advertise for positions anyway, they tend to hire people that are a good fit. This includes posting available jobs or searching for jobs.
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**FAQ**

**1) I want to become a bartender, whats the best way?** [Bartending Schools Vs Bar Backing](http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenders/comments/1z1tcm/how_to_start_bartending/) 

**2) What is Bartending like in X country?** Check out [this](http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenders/comments/1x9ucc/bartending_internationally/) Thread

**3) I enjoy mixing drinks for myself, should I start bartending as a career?** Bartending is often a difficult lifestyle to maintain. With odd hours, and an environment fueled by liquor and flirting, it can take a strain on ones personal life. Take a few minutes to read through some past threads posted about bartending as a career. 

 **4) Where can I find more information about X Alcohol?** Try one of the subreddits listed below, or the website for that brand.

**5) How much should I tip?** That will always depend on the country you're in, the type of establishment, the time of day and the type of drink ordered. Ordering a Cosmo at a busy cocktail lounge on a friday night in New York, one would expect to tip more than ordering a bottle of beer at a pub in Ireland. See what other people are tipping and match that to be safe. Tips are always appreciated, and it is generally up to the patron to decide what to tip. 20% or $1/drink in North America is quite common (often because of our lower priced drinks and staff that is paid a lower amount) and a good guideline to follow overall.

**6) I just started as a barback but know nothing; where do I start?** Check out [this](http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenders/comments/2axfbe/how_to_barback_for_beginners/) .
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<div class="md">Rules

1) Read Sidebar for info before posting a question.

2) No sexism or racism. Discussing sexism or racism is alright, but sexist or racist comments will not be tolerated in this forum. 

3) No spam or advertising products through posts or comments. Feel free to use <a href="http://www.reddit.com/ad_inq">reddits advertising program</a>.

4) follow basic <a href="http://www.reddit.com/wiki/reddiquette">reddiquette</a>. Upvote and downvote comments and posts as you see fit. Be engaged! its the purpose of this forum.

5) No Job Hunting posts. If you&#39;d like tips on building a Bartending resume or would like us to critique your resume, please feel free to make a post. Not sure of where to start your Resume? try looking <a href="http://www.jeffreymorgenthaler.com/2006/how-to-write-a-bartending-resume/">here</a> for a good place to start. (Do not post personal information, edit any resumes before linking them). no posting for jobs in specific cities/states. There are plenty of resources to look for jobs and frankly, most bars rarely advertise for positions anyway, they tend to hire people that are a good fit. This includes posting available jobs or searching for jobs.

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Check <a href="http://bar-knowledge.blogspot.com/">This</a> Out! Guide for New Users to <a href="/r/bartenders">/r/bartenders</a> 

FAQ

1) I want to become a bartender, whats the best way? <a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenders/comments/1z1tcm/how_to_start_bartending/">Bartending Schools Vs Bar Backing</a> 

2) What is Bartending like in X country? Check out <a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenders/comments/1x9ucc/bartending_internationally/">this</a> Thread

3) I enjoy mixing drinks for myself, should I start bartending as a career? Bartending is often a difficult lifestyle to maintain. With odd hours, and an environment fueled by liquor and flirting, it can take a strain on ones personal life. Take a few minutes to read through some past threads posted about bartending as a career. 

4) Where can I find more information about X Alcohol? Try one of the subreddits listed below, or the website for that brand.

5) How much should I tip? That will always depend on the country you&#39;re in, the type of establishment, the time of day and the type of drink ordered. Ordering a Cosmo at a busy cocktail lounge on a friday night in New York, one would expect to tip more than ordering a bottle of beer at a pub in Ireland. See what other people are tipping and match that to be safe. Tips are always appreciated, and it is generally up to the patron to decide what to tip. 20% or $1/drink in North America is quite common (often because of our lower priced drinks and staff that is paid a lower amount) and a good guideline to follow overall.

6) I just started as a barback but know nothing; where do I start? Check out <a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenders/comments/2axfbe/how_to_barback_for_beginners/">this</a> .

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<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/alcohol">r/alcohol</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/BarBattlestations">r/barbattlestations</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/beer">r/beer</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/bourbon">r/bourbon</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/cigars">r/cigars</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/classiccocktails">r/classiccocktails</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/cocktails">r/cocktails</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Mocktails">r/mocktails</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/gin">r/gin</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/liquor">r/liquor</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/restaurateur">r/restaurateur</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/rum">r/rum</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/sake">r/saké</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/scotch">r/scotch</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/talesfromyourserver">r/talesfromyourserver</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/bartenderstories">r/bartenderstories</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ServerSchool">r/serverschool</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/tequila">r/tequila</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/vodka">r/vodka</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/whiskey">r/whiskey</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/wine">r/wine</a></li>
</ul>
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FLAIR PROPERLY. We will change it for you, but it'll come with a 7 day ban. r/bartenders is curated by working bartenders for working bartenders. Please familiarize yourself with the sub rules before posting. They are enforced to keep this a welcoming and functional space for industry professionals.

<div class="md">FLAIR PROPERLY. We will change it for you, but it&#39;ll come with a 7 day ban. <a href="/r/bartenders">r/bartenders</a> is curated by working bartenders for working bartenders. Please familiarize yourself with the sub rules before posting. They are enforced to keep this a welcoming and functional space for industry professionals.
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"On call shifts" should be illegal. Wtf!