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How to Become a Bartender in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

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

Where to start in Williamsburg

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

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17 bartender gigs open right now in Williamsburg

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

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 → 2 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 → 3 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 → 3 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
BBowlero
Bartender
Bowlero
Bartender📍 WilliamsburgOpen 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

Williamsburg is one of Brooklyn’s busiest nightlife strips — Bedford Avenue bars, waterfront rooftops and clubs run high volume and strong tip nights. Plan around roughly $220–$450 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 Williamsburg, 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 17 bartender gigs open in Williamsburg right now — get discovered for them.

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a bartender in Williamsburg, Brooklyn?
Most people can start in a few weeks. A bartending course runs 1–2 weeks; many Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, Brooklyn?
You typically need an alcohol-service certification (like TIPS or your state/local equivalent) — it’s quick and inexpensive. Beyond that, Williamsburg, Brooklyn venues care most about speed, reliability and real experience.
Can you bartend in Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, Brooklyn?
Williamsburg is one of Brooklyn’s busiest nightlife strips — Bedford Avenue bars, waterfront rooftops and clubs run high volume and strong tip nights. Plan around roughly $220–$450 on a strong night with tips.

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