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Sharing by a full-time bartender/cocktail bartender/course instructor

In the bartending industry, working hours and basic responsibilities are essential foundations for getting started.

This course will guide young learners to understand the actual operating model of the industry and cultivate a basic understanding of the profession and time management concepts.

And you can try making your own cocktail twice.

$200 per person for non-alcoholic cocktail preparation and enjoyment (students aged 14-17)

$250 per person for the preparation and enjoyment of an alcoholic cocktail (all participants must be 18 years of age or older).

Venue and attendance arrangements

$800 per session. Transportation fee (to and from the center or school). Minimum 8 people - maximum 80 people.

$300 per session. Venue rental (Jigger Flip Studio, Room 4C, Fuk Sing Factory Building, 2 Hock To Street, Tai Kok Tsui). Minimum 8 people - maximum 20 people.

Duration and number of episodes

1.5 hours/section

 

date

Services can be booked on a suitable date by institution or school.

Content Summary

1. Working Time Characteristics

Bartenders typically work in shifts, with common shift types including:

- Night shift: Most bars are open from evening to early morning, and bartenders need to work around the hours (e.g., 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.).

- Weekends and holidays: Festivals and holidays are peak times for bars, so you need to adjust your schedule to meet the demand.

- Flexible working hours: Some locations offer segmented work schedules, suitable for part-time workers or students.

The course will guide participants to think about how to balance work and life and understand the specific time requirements of the industry.

2. Basic work content

A bartender's responsibilities extend beyond simply mixing drinks; they also include the following core tasks:

- Alcohol Knowledge: Learn about base spirits, cocktail recipes, and pairing techniques for non-alcoholic beverages.

- Customer service: Greet customers, take orders, recommend drinks, and maintain a positive and interactive atmosphere.

- Cleaning and organizing: Keep the bar clean, wash equipment, and replenish food and beverage inventory.

- Teamwork: Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

The course will practice basic bartending skills through simulated scenarios and emphasize "safety and responsibility," such as legal restrictions on underage drinking and professional ethics.

3. Industry Challenges and Adaptation

Trainees will learn to cope with challenges such as long periods of standing in service environments, and cultivate patience and attentiveness through hands-on practice, helping teenagers assess their own interests and career suitability.

Through this course, participants will gain a practical understanding of the bartending industry, laying the foundation for future career exploration!

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Jac Shum

A senior bartender and bartending instructor, currently serving as the course planning director at Jigger Flip, and also providing English instructors for cocktail workshops for businesses. With many years of experience working in bars, she excels at transforming practical operations into systematic teaching content.

Professional fields covered:

Cocktail Curriculum Development and Instructional Design

Bartender professional skills training and certification guidance

Planning and execution management of high-end beverage events

Bar operation optimization and specialty drink development

Possesses bilingual teaching ability in Chinese and English

Currently, we are focused on promoting bartending culture education, and through various forms such as workshops and lectures, we promote the dissemination and exchange of bartending professional knowledge.

Mentor Qualifications

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