Host/Hostess (Bar)
せっきゃくがかり（ばー）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Customer Service and Food Service Occupations
- Minor : Hospitality Entertainment Workers and Geisha
Summary
A profession that mixes and serves drinks to patrons at a bar, enhancing customer satisfaction through conversation and atmosphere creation.
Description
Bar host/hostesses receive orders from patrons at the bar, mix and serve cocktails and drinks, and create a comfortable experience through conversation and atmosphere building. They also handle menu recommendations, development of seasonal limited drinks, inventory management, and hygiene management. They provide services tailored to the bar's characteristics and aim to acquire repeat customers.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for nightlife and experiential services, demand for specialized bartenders remains stable. As cocktail culture spreads and high-end bars increase, improvements in technical skills and customer service abilities are expected.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Night Shift / Part-time OK / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Bartender → Bartender → Senior Bartender → Chief Bartender → Bar Owner
Required Skills
Alcohol Proof Knowledge / Cocktail Mixing / Customer Service Manners / Drink Knowledge
Recommended Skills
English Conversation / Hygiene Management / Inventory Management / Wine and Whiskey Tasting Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible responses suited to customer demographics and atmosphere are necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate execution of quantities and procedures directly impacts quality. |
| Communication Skills | Dialogue with patrons and reading the room in communication are essential. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is required in cocktail suggestions and presentation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Recipes involve quantities, but advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Bar Waiter
- Bar Waitress
- Bartender
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