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How to get a bar job with no experience

A simple route into casual and weekend bar work, even if you've never pulled a pint.

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You can start with no experience

Plenty of bar work starts with pouring, serving, clearing glasses and running the bar - willing, reliable hands get hired. On CrewPool you tick what you've done AND what you'd be happy to learn, so venues can take a chance on you.

Get on a list venues actually search

The fastest route in is a free list that local venues search when they need cover. Add your name, say where you're based and how far you'll travel, and tick bar staff, cocktail, barista or personal licence - it takes about two minutes.

Stand out fast

Add a reference, say yes to weekends and late finishes, and get that reference confirmed - a confirmed reference marks you verified, the single biggest boost. Pick up a personal licence or barista basics and your hourly rate climbs.

Turn one shift into regular work

Reliable people get re-booked and recommended - one good shift becomes a regular slot. Find casual bar work near you: Birmingham, Glasgow, Bristol and across the UK.

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