Barback Mock Interview
Practice 30 Barback interview questions covering speed, teamwork, and high-pressure bar service.
Question 8 of 30
Do you want to be a bartender in the future?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
What You Should Say
Example Answer
Community Answers
Luke Duggan is a thoughtful and engaging communicator with operations director experience in the hospitality and property management industries.
The hiring manager wants to learn why you applied for the barback position and how it ties into your future goals. For example, a barback that can maintain the cleanliness and organization of the bar will make an easier transition to becoming a bartender.
Luke Duggan is a thoughtful and engaging communicator with operations director experience in the hospitality and property management industries.
Even though it is common for the barback to become a bartender, your answer should focus on the role of the barback. Explain that you want to understand the flow of the bar and gain more knowledge to transition into the bartender role.
Luke Duggan is a thoughtful and engaging communicator with operations director experience in the hospitality and property management industries.
"I would like to be a bartender in the future, but there is so much I want to learn before doing so. I have a basic knowledge of recipes but have limited experience with specialty cocktails. Here I notice that your barbacks make fresh juice for every shift, and the bartenders make their bitters. Understanding the flow of the bar and increasing my knowledge will make it an easier transition when you want to add additional bartenders."
Interview Coach
Jaymie
A real coach, not AI. I read every answer myself and write back with personalized feedback.
Typically responds within 24 hours.
0 - Character Count
Unlock All 30 Barback Questions
Master the fast-paced questions bar managers use to identify reliable support staff.
Get StartedJump to Question