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How to Become a Bartender in Denver

No experience needed to start. Here’s the real path to your first shift in Denver — 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 Denver 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 Denver venues find and book you directly.

Where to start in Denver

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

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16 bartender gigs open right now in Denver

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

SSoda Club - Denver
Service Bartender
Soda Club - Denver
Bartender📍 Denver$16/hr

Soda Club, a Michelin-awarded natural wine and pasta bar, seeks a skilled service bartender to join its Denver team. The ideal candidate is a hospitality professional with a passion for delivering warm and energetic service. Experience with fresh handmade pasta and natural wine is a plus.

Apply now → 5 days ago
LLimelight Hotels
Bartender - Limelight Denver
Limelight Hotels
Bartender📍 Denver$15/hr

Limelight Denver seeks a skilled bartender to provide top-notch service. The ideal candidate is friendly, timely, and able to multitask. Exceptional guest service skills are a must in this role.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
BBarcelona Wine Bar-Denver South
Bartender-Denver South
Barcelona Wine Bar-Denver South
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion

Upscale bar in Denver's south side seeks a charismatic bartender with top-notch communication skills. The ideal candidate is friendly and outgoing, able to provide exceptional service. Excellent communication skills are a must.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
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Bartender
Lucky Strike
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 wk ago
LLinger
Bartender
Linger
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion

Linger serves globally-inspired street food in a vibrant setting. They're looking for a skilled and charismatic bartender to join their team. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
BBARna - Soccer & Sports BAR
All-Day Bartender / Server
BARna - Soccer & Sports BAR
Bartender📍 Denver$16/hr

BARnaBARna, a high-energy sports bar, seeks charismatic bartenders and servers to handle fast-paced match days and lively crowds. The ideal candidate is energetic and skilled at multitasking. A fun, dynamic environment with karaoke rooms and games awaits.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
TThe Wolf's Tailor
Bartender
The Wolf's Tailor
Bartender📍 Denver$19/hr

The Wolf's Tailor, a restaurant focused on local ingredients and zero waste, seeks a bartender with a strong work ethic and warm demeanor. This role requires a dedicated and hospitable individual. A well-presented and positive attitude is essential.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
WWestern Daughters WIne Bar
Server/Bartender
Western Daughters WIne Bar
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion

Western Daughters Wine Bar in Denver's LoHi Neighborhood seeks a skilled server with a passion for natural wine and sustainable food. The ideal candidate values land stewardship and community building. A unique opportunity to work with a boutique wine list and farm-to-table cuisine.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
SSHEEP
Bartender
SHEEP
Bartender📍 Denver$16/hr

Upscale rooftop restaurant seeking a skilled bartender to join its team. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and craftsmanship. Seasonal fire-driven dining experience with a focus on storytelling and tradition.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
DDearly Departed
Bartender
Dearly Departed
Bartender📍 Denver$16/hr

Dearly Departed, a dark and intimate cocktail lounge in LoHi, Denver, seeks an experienced Cocktail Bartender. The ideal candidate is skilled in crafting thoughtful drinks and providing elevated hospitality. Unique venue with historic charm.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
PPete's Pub
Bartender
Pete's Pub
Bartender📍 Denver$16/hr

Pete's Pub, a neighborhood bar, seeks an experienced bartender who can deliver attentive service. This role requires independence and flexibility to handle solo shifts. A genuine people person with teamwork skills is preferred.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
HHillstone
Service Bartender
Hillstone
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion
Apply now → 3 wks ago
HHouse of Blues
Bartender
House of Blues
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion
Apply now → 3 wks ago
GGreat Divide
Bartender
Great Divide
Bartender📍 Denver$15.79 per hour

Bartender job at Great Divide in Denver.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
DDeath & Co
Bartender
Death & Co
Bartender📍 Denver$19.29/hr

Upscale venue seeks skilled bartenders to craft signature drinks and deliver exceptional service. Ideal candidates are charismatic and professional, with a passion for hospitality. Excellence in teamwork and guest interaction is expected.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
BBarcelona Wine Bar-RiNo
Bartender-RiNo
Barcelona Wine Bar-RiNo
Bartender📍 DenverOpen to discussion

Upscale bar in RiNo seeks a charismatic bartender with top-notch communication skills. This role requires a friendly and outgoing personality to deliver exceptional service. Excellent communication is key.

Apply now → 12 wks ago

What you’ll make

Denver nightlife centers on LoDo and RiNo, where breweries, clubs and cocktail bars drive steady demand. Plan around roughly $160–$340 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 Denver bars and clubs find and book bartenders directly — free for talent. Build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found.

There are 16 bartender gigs open in Denver right now — get discovered for them.

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a bartender in Denver?
Most people can start in a few weeks. A bartending course runs 1–2 weeks; many Denver 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 Denver?
You typically need an alcohol-service certification (like TIPS or your state/local equivalent) — it’s quick and inexpensive. Beyond that, Denver venues care most about speed, reliability and real experience.
Can you bartend in Denver 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 Denver?
Denver nightlife centers on LoDo and RiNo, where breweries, clubs and cocktail bars drive steady demand. Plan around roughly $160–$340 on a strong night with tips.

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