A bar worker serves customers in licensed premises - pubs, hotels, nightclubs, social clubs, restaurants, sports clubs, leisure centres and holiday parks.
You could be:
The figures below are only a guide. Actual pay rates may vary, depending on:
Starting pay is often based on the National Minimum Wage (NMW) or the National Living Wage (NLW).
As of 1 April 2020 the National Minimum Wage is £6.45 an hour for workers aged 18 to 20 and £8.20 an hour for workers aged 21 to 24. The National Living Wage is £8.72 for workers aged 25 and over. In addition you will usually have a share of the tips.
Workforce Employment Status
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There are plenty of openings for bar workers, particularly in cities and larger towns. In rural areas work may be seasonal, according to the busy tourist times.
Workforce Education Levels (UK)
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Employment
Unemployment
Percentage of workforce registered as unemployed (Scotland)
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You should be:
You should also have:
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The following organisations may be able to provide further information.
People 1st - Hospitality Guild
Tel: 0203 074 1222
E-mail:
eqa@people1st.co.uk
Website:
http://www.hospitalityguild.co.uk
Website (2):
http://www.people1st.co.uk/
Twitter:
@p1stgroup
People 1st is the Sector Skills Council for the hospitality, passenger transport, travel and tourism industries.
UKSP is now part of the Hospitality Guild, which provides information on careers in the hospitality and tourism industry. The website has an online 'personality' test designed to help you identify suitable careers within the above industries.
Scottish Beer and Pub Association (SBPA)
Tel: 0131 523 1317
Website:
http://www.scottishbeerandpub.com/
Twitter:
@Scotbeerandpub
Springboard
Tel: 020 7921 0420
E-mail:
info@springboarduk.org.uk
Website:
http://www.careerscope.uk.net
Website (2):
http://springboard.uk.net/
Twitter:
@Springboard_UK
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/SpringboardUKCharity/
Springboard UK promotes career opportunities in the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industries.
Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
Tel: 020 7089 3800
Website:
http://www.wsetglobal.com
Twitter:
@WSETglobal
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/WSETglobal