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The Business of Bartending

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  • SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA
  • over 3 sessions

Start Dates (0) $149/person

  • Room 435

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Class Description

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Learn to bartend like a rock star! Sign up for an exceptional course that not only prepares you to work as a bartender in all types of establishments, but also teaches you the business side of the beverage industry. Professional bartending requires so much more than simply putting ice in a glass and adding ingredients. Find out the secrets to providing excellent customer service, and learn a common-sense approach to bartending that is crucial to being a successful bartender and a valued employee.

Actual liquor cannot be used in class, but you’ll be taught in detail how to practice making cocktails on your own, including how to pour the perfect shot, what you need to know about wine and champagne service, and what glassware to use for what types of cocktails. You’ll also learn about high-volume sales techniques, laws that apply to the bar business, and dealing with job interviews and resumes. In addition to class lectures, test and activities, you will be given an online test and homework assignments.

Upon completion of the course, you will receive a Professional Certificate for Bartending. Those who score 90% or above on the quizzes may also test for the Master's Certificate of Excellence. This course also includes additional testing for "Serving Alcohol Responsibly" with certification for those who pass.

This class has a $50 materials fee that will be collected at the beginning of class. Optional $10 materials fee for plastic bottles.
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