Bartender Courses
A Bartender prepares and serves drinks, handles cash, maintains cleanliness, and ensures customer safety while creating a welcoming atmosphere.
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Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Bartender
Get qualified to work as a Bartender with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT30622
The SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage) is for anyone wanting to get started as a bar steward, waiter, or barista. Over 18 months you will learn all about the hospitality industry in Australia as well as the fundamentals of customer service, workplace safety, and communication. Choose electives that support a real job role — drink service, barista training, cashier skills, and food safety.
Enquire now for the list of study units and the ways you can complete your training while still at school.
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SIT30622
Duration
9 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get started in the hospitality industry with the SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality. With this nationally recognised qualification you could work in bars, coffee shops, nightclubs, hotels, resorts, casinos, events and festivals. You’ll gain skills in communication and customer service and choose electives that support your career interests: food and beverage service, cooking, guest services, gaming, barista services, administration and customer service. Enquire now for the full list of elective choic...
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Duration
9 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SITHFAB021
Duration
Half day - 3 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get your RSA certificate online or face-to-face with a Registered Training Provider (RTO) today by enrolling in the SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol. This hands-on short course is mandatory for hospitality employees who work on licensed premises in Australia. The course covers: impacts of alcohol consumption on the human body, alcohol and the community, serving standard drink sizes, identifying intoxicated customers, refusing service, underage patrons, harm minimisation, and much more. En...
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Duration
Half day - 3 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SITSS00071
Duration
Half day - 4 weeks
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The SITSS00071 Responsible Service of Alcohol emphasises responsible practices in venues selling or serving alcohol, such as hospitality sites, retail liquor outlets, and alcohol producers like wineries, breweries, and distilleries. It's a one-day, face-to-face training led by industry experts, covering legal responsibilities, duty of care, and local accord agreements. Participants learn practical skills for selling, serving, and promoting alcohol responsibly. This course is essential for personnel di...
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Duration
Half day - 4 weeks
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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A Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in a bar, restaurant, or other hospitality venue. You will take orders, mix drinks according to recipes, and ensure customers are served in a timely and friendly manner. Bartenders may also manage the bar area, handle cash transactions, and maintain cleanliness. You will need to ensure customers’ safety by following responsible service of alcohol (RSA) practices.
Bartenders play a vital role in creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers. You’ll need to have excellent communication skills, be personable, and be able to handle a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and a good knowledge of drink recipes are essential for success in this role.
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