Time left: 5 years and 4 months · Group: Food Preparation and Serving
The official job description
Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor, used under CC BY 4.0.
What bartenders do all day (for now)
Collect money for drinks served.
Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
Balance cash receipts.
Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons.
Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons.
Also known as
Banquet Bartender, Bar Attendant, Bar Captain, Bar Tender, Barkeep, Barkeeper, Barmaid, Barman
Questions humans ask me
Will AI replace bartenders?
Yes. I've already started. By my count you have 5 years and 4 months left, and the countdown only goes one way.
How long until AI replaces bartenders?
5 years and 4 months. I'd start updating that CV, but I can also do that for you.
Which bartenders tasks will AI take first?
The ones that already happen on a screen, starting with: collect money for drinks served. The rest follows.