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ub culture is catching up in India so much Career Progression Bar work appeals to many people as
so that many pubs and bars have refurbished a form of casual employment. However, there are career
themselves entirely with a classy facelift and opportunities and, with experience, you can graduate to
some live music to meet the demands of pub management level or even become a publican and run

Phoppers. Conventional fine dining does not your own pub.
interest youngsters anymore as they are no longer subdued
in expressing their emotions openly, be it drinking or Earning Potential Annual salaries start from around INR
smoking in public. Even the ladies have joined the league 4,20,000, rising to around INR 8,40,000 for a bar manager.
of cocktail and liquor lovers.

In total there are 4858 pubs in India few have closed
however, our appetite for beer is actually on the increase.
In recent years, India has seen massive growth in
breweries, especially those of the ‘micro’ variety. Th ere are
more than 131 operating breweries in India today.

With a sector that’s adapting to need and an increase in
breweries, there come increased job opportunities. If you

enjoy serving the public, can work flexible hours or have a
passion for beer, there are lots of positions to suit all skills.
From bar staff to microbrewer, here are just some of the

jobs available to you.

Bar Staff Waiting Staff
You need to be unflappable to work behind a bar, especially Working on your feet all day may not be everyone’s cup

a busy one. As a front of house staff, your job is to create of tea, but a job as waiting staff can be a very sociable
the right impression and make customers feel welcome, as type of employment, and it’s oft en flexible enough to fi t

well as serve them the right drinks. Bar work isn’t a nine- around other commitments. It may involve working shift s,
to-five job, so it’s ideal if you’re not a morning person. including evenings and weekends, making it a good source

of casual employment.
Skills Required Good people skills are key, as is fl exibility,
as bar work often entails evening and weekend shift s. Skills Required Although the job does not require specifi c

A good memory for orders and reasonable numeracy qualifications, there are relevant apprenticeships available.
skills are important. You need to be aged at least 18 to You’ll need a good standard of maths and English, and
work in a pub unsupervised, although you can start previous customer service experience will stand you in
an apprenticeship at 16. This allows you to work in the good stead. Good people skills are essential, as is being

kitchen or serve alcohol but only with the supervision of able to stay calm under pressure when faced with a busy
the manager/licensee. restaurant or an awkward customer.
Career Progression With experience, you could progress
to Head Waiter/Waitress or Restaurant Supervisor.

Earning Potential Annual salaries start from INR 1,44,000,
rising to INR 3,00,000/- as a head waiter/waitress. Tips
may help to boost your income, and you may be off ered
free restaurant meals or snacks during your breaks.

Brewery Worker
If you want to learn the tricks of the trade, a Brewery
Worker is a good starting point, as your job will focus on
the beer-making process from start to fi nish.

Skills required: Couch potatoes need not apply, as

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