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Why Bartending in Vancouver?
Bartending in Vancouver offers excitement, challenge and great pay — one of the most recession-proof careers you can choose.
Bars are always busy. People enjoy the bar atmosphere when they are celebrating good times, or to lift their spirits during the bad times. With this in mind, bartending has been referred to as a "recession-proof" career.
A career in bartending offers so many choices — so many built-in benefits — that hundreds of people are giving up traditional careers, or augmenting their income with part-time bartending work.
Vancouver is home to one of the most celebrated cocktail scenes in North America. From the award-winning craft bars of Gastown to the high-energy Granville Street nightclubs, the rooftop lounges of Yaletown, and the film wrap parties in "Hollywood North," the demand for skilled bartenders here is constant.
Reasons to Choose Bartending
Why Choose Bartending
01
Recession-Proof
History has proven that bars maintain their business levels and many actually increase during tough economic times. This is an excellent time to enter the field of bartending.
02
Always in Demand
Professional bartenders are always in demand. Many larger bars and restaurants offer full benefits; bartenders working for major hotels or airlines often receive additional perks.
In addition, many larger bars and restaurants offer full benefits for employees, and bartenders working for major hotels or airlines often receive additional perks like greatly reduced lodging and air fare.
A bartending career allows people the freedom to choose a work environment that matches their personality. A good bartender can work anywhere in the country, or in the world.
Vancouver — Bartending Career Outlook
Trained for Canada's Most Exciting Bar Market
Vancouver is home to one of the most celebrated cocktail scenes in North America. From the award-winning craft bars of Gastown to the high-energy Granville Street nightclubs, the rooftop lounges of Yaletown, and the film wrap parties in "Hollywood North," the demand for skilled bartenders here is constant.
Our program covers Serving It Right (BC's mandatory certification), 125+ cocktails, high-volume speed service, flair bartending, and craft spirits knowledge. Whether you're targeting a Gastown craft cocktail bar or a busy Granville Strip club, we prepare you for the full range of Vancouver hospitality.
5,500+
Licensed Bars & Restaurants in Greater Vancouver
10M
Annual Visitors to Vancouver
#3
North American City for Film & TV Production
Serving Vancouver & Surrounding Areas
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Fun & Profitable Surroundings
Some bartenders prefer the hotel or country club environment, while others enjoy neighborhood bars or the excitement of nightclubs. Whatever your preference, bartending can offer fun and profitable surroundings.
