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Bar Attendant

OFO Code: 513201

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
513201
Occupation
Bar Attendant
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
SERVICE AND SALES WORKERS
Unit group
5132 · Bartenders

Official description
Bartenders prepare, mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks directly to customers over a bar or counter, or through waiters.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Barperson Waiter, Bar Steward, Bartender, Bar Operator, Club Steward, Bar Hostess / Maid

  • Tapping kegs and attaching supply lines
  • Washing used glassware, cleaning and maintaining bar service areas, tea and coffee-making areas and equipment such as espresso machines
  • Taking steps to limit problems related to excessive drinking such, as persuading customers to stop drinking
  • Mixing ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks
  • Assisting in keeping bar properly stocked and arranging bottles and glasses
  • Taking beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons
  • Serving snacks or other food items to customers at the bar
  • Checking identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
  • declining further service and ordering transportation
  • Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at a bar
  • Collecting payment for sales, operating cash registers and balancing cash receipts

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