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How to Become a Bartender in Bushwick, Brooklyn

No experience needed to start. Here’s the real path to your first shift in Bushwick — and how to get discovered once you’re ready.

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The fast path

  1. Learn the basics. Take a short bartending course or start as a barback in a busy Bushwick bar — both teach you the craft fast.
  2. Get certified. Grab your alcohol-service certification (TIPS or your local equivalent). Quick, cheap, and venues expect it.
  3. Get real reps. Work the volume — speed and consistency behind a real bar are what get you hired and tipped.
  4. Get discovered. Build a profile that shows your work and personality so Bushwick venues find and book you directly.

Where to start in Bushwick

These are the busiest nightlife pockets — where the shifts (and the tips) are:

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18 bartender gigs open right now in Bushwick

Real openings at real venues, newest first. Applying takes one tap in the app — your STARCARD goes straight to the venue.

SSoho House & Co
Bartender (Part-Time) - Dumbo House NEW
Soho House & Co
Bartender📍 BrooklynOpen to discussion

Soho House seeks a charismatic bartender to create memorable experiences at Dumbo House. This part-time role requires professional behavior and a positive energy to drive conversation. Outstanding service skills are a must in this upscale venue.

Apply now → 6 hrs ago
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Desert 5 Spot - NY
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$17/hr

Desert 5 Spot, a rustic Brooklyn bar, seeks a charismatic bartender to serve country music fans. The ideal candidate is skilled and passionate about craft cocktails. A unique, nostalgic work environment awaits.

Apply now → 1 day ago
SSunday In Brooklyn
Bartender
Sunday In Brooklyn
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$11/hr

Sunday in Brooklyn seeks a skilled bartender with classic cocktail knowledge and attention to detail. The ideal candidate prioritizes cleanliness and hospitality, creating a respectful environment for all. This role offers PTO, benefits, and company-wide perks.

Apply now → 3 days ago
HHeaven Hill Brands
Full Time Bartender - Widow Jane
Heaven Hill Brands
Bartender📍 Brooklyn Heights$21/hr

Widow Jane Distillery in Brooklyn seeks a skilled bartender to create memorable experiences in their tasting room. This full-time role offers a unique schedule, working 3-4 days a week. The ideal candidate is charismatic and knowledgeable.

Apply now → 4 days ago
GGood Days
Server/Bartender
Good Days
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$17/hr

Good Days is a neighborhood restaurant serving elegant food and drink. They're hiring a humble and service-oriented person to join their team. Experienced candidates with a passion for wine and cocktails are preferred.

Apply now → 4 days ago
LLife Time
Bartender
Life Time
Bartender📍 Brooklyn TowerOpen to discussion
Apply now → 6 days ago
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Bartender
Lucky Strike
Bartender📍 Brooklyn ParkOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 wk ago
IInga's Bar
Bartender
Inga's Bar
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$13/hr

Brooklyn Heights restaurant seeks an experienced bartender knowledgeable in natural wines and classic cocktails. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and hospitality-driven, with a passion for seasonal food. Creativity and teamwork are valued.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
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Head Bartender
SelaV Hotel
Bartender📍 BrooklynOpen to discussion

Sela V Hotel's new Brooklyn restaurant seeks a creative and organized Head Bartender to lead the team. The ideal candidate is confident and skilled in crafting cocktails and managing staff. A top chef leads the kitchen in this innovative Middle Eastern, Balkans, and North African concept.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
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Bartender
Jack's Wife Freda - Williamsburg
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$17/hr

Jack's Wife Freda, a lively all-day cafe, seeks a skilled bartender to join their team. The ideal candidate is charismatic and knowledgeable about craft cocktails. They offer a unique cultural dining experience with a joyful atmosphere.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
LLore
Bartender
Lore
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$11/hr

LORE, a Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient, seeks a skilled Bartender with floor server experience. The ideal candidate is flexible and dedicated to delivering excellent service. A tight-knit team and neighborhood spot vibe await.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
FFusion East
Bartender Wanted
Fusion East
Bartender📍 BrooklynOpen to discussion

Fusion East is hiring a skilled bartender to join their team. They're looking for a charismatic and experienced professional. Competitive opportunity in a unique fusion environment.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
CCafe Mado
Bartender
Cafe Mado
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$11/hr

Cafe Mado, a Michelin-starred restaurant, seeks a skilled bartender to join its vibrant team. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-paced environment and passionate about seasonal cooking and hospitality. Located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, with a lively back garden serving area.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
HHa-Weeda Tavern
Bartender Wanted
Ha-Weeda Tavern
Bartender📍 BrooklynOpen to discussion

Ha-Weeda Tavern is hiring a bartender to join their team. They're looking for a skilled and charismatic individual to provide top-notch service. Competitive opportunities are available in a dynamic tavern environment.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
LLonnie's
Brunch Bartender
Lonnie's
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$13/hr

Lonnie's Bar seeks an experienced bartender for weekend brunch shifts. Must be high-energy and skilled in crafting brunch cocktails. Saturday and Sunday availability is required.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
LLittle Rascal Greenpoint,
Bartender
Little Rascal Greenpoint,
Bartender📍 BrooklynOpen to discussion

Little Rascal, a cutting-edge cocktail bar in Brooklyn, seeks a charismatic bartender to join their team. The ideal candidate is naturally outgoing and engaging. World-renowned mixologist partnership adds to the bar's prestige.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
DDiner
Bartender
Diner
Bartender📍 Brooklyn$17/hr

Farm-to-table restaurant in Brooklyn seeks a skilled Bartender for a full-time position. The ideal candidate is a team player who can provide warm service. Subsidized insurance and industry-leading paid time off are offered.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
SSoho House & Co
Seasonal Bartender - Dumbo House
Soho House & Co
Bartender📍 BrooklynOpen to discussion

Soho House seeks a charismatic seasonal bartender to create memorable experiences at Dumbo House. This role requires professional behavior and a positive energy to drive conversation. Excellent service skills are a must in this upscale venue.

Apply now → 5 wks ago

What you’ll make

Bushwick’s warehouse clubs and Wyckoff Avenue bars drive some of Brooklyn’s biggest late-night volume, especially on weekends. Plan around roughly $200–$420 on a strong night with tips.

Get discovered

Once you’re ready, Startender gets you in front of the venues actually hiring. It’s a private, invite-only network where Bushwick, Brooklyn bars and clubs find and book bartenders directly — free for talent. Build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found.

There are 18 bartender gigs open in Bushwick right now — get discovered for them.

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a bartender in Bushwick, Brooklyn?
Most people can start in a few weeks. A bartending course runs 1–2 weeks; many Bushwick, Brooklyn bars also train barbacks on the job and promote them. The real timeline depends on how fast you get reps behind a busy bar.
Do you need a license or certification to bartend in Bushwick, Brooklyn?
You typically need an alcohol-service certification (like TIPS or your state/local equivalent) — it’s quick and inexpensive. Beyond that, Bushwick, Brooklyn venues care most about speed, reliability and real experience.
Can you bartend in Bushwick, Brooklyn with no experience?
Yes — most pros start as a barback, learn the bar, and move up. Pair that with a course or certification and a profile that shows you’re ready, and you can land your first shift fast.
How much do bartenders make in Bushwick, Brooklyn?
Bushwick’s warehouse clubs and Wyckoff Avenue bars drive some of Brooklyn’s biggest late-night volume, especially on weekends. Plan around roughly $200–$420 on a strong night with tips.

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