64301

Bartenders

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Sales & service

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Definition

Bartenders mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. They are employed in restaurants, hotels, bars, taverns, private clubs, banquet halls and other licensed establishments. Supervisors of bartenders are included in this unit group.

Main duties

Bartenders perform some or all of the following duties:
Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons
Mix liquor, soft drinks, water and other ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks
Prepare mixed drinks, wine, draft or bottled beer and non-alcoholic beverages for food and beverage servers or serve directly to patrons
Collect payment for beverages and record sales
Maintain inventory and control of bar stock and order supplies
Clean bar area and wash glassware
Ensure compliance with provincial/territorial liquor legislation and regulations
May train and supervise other bartenders and bar staff
May hire and dismiss staff.

Example job titles

•bar attendant
•bar steward
•bartender
•head bartender

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, Bartenders are categorized under NOC code 64301 with a TEER 4 designation. This occupation primarily involves mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in licensed establishments such as bars, taverns, restaurants, hotels, and private clubs. Individuals working in this role may be eligible for various Canadian immigration pathways, including specific Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) or the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), depending on provincial requirements and job offer status.

According to the Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) guidelines, main duties for NOC 64301 include taking beverage orders, preparing mixed drinks, serving wine and draft beer, maintaining bar inventory, and organizing bar areas. While formal education requirements are generally flexible, most positions require provincial or territorial responsible beverage service certification (such as Smart Serve in Ontario or Serving It Right in British Columbia).

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official immigration programs and requirements, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.