Besides making drinks, what roles do you think bartenders serve?

"Bartenders do it all! In my career as a bartender, I have been a server, a bouncer, a hostess, a housekeeper, a busser, and a listening ear to my customers drowning their sorrows. Every day is different, and I appreciate that about this job."

People go to bars for many reasons, but mostly they are interested in meeting new people and drinking around other people. Sometimes they want to be social with their friends, and sometimes they need a friend. When this situation arises, your role is simply just to listen. As inhibitions go down, people open up. You may find yourself playing therapist with a regular who needs someone to talk to about life. The bartender sees and hears a lot and has a different perspective on people based on their observations. Think about your experiences on both sides of the bar. What do you think about the many roles of the bartender?

"A bartender wears many hats, indeed! I am a friend, a therapist, a housekeeper, and a bartender - all rolled into one! The fact that the role is so diverse is what keeps me in this line of work."