Sunday, 31 January 2010

Confessions of an Australian Bar Maid: Character Study - The Fellow Bartender

THE FELLOW BARTENDER:
  • Always polite, always pleasant, always waits their turn
  • Always gives their occupation away by rolling their eyes and being utterly disgusted by annoying, drunk or abrasive customers in front of them
  • Can also give their occupation away by making derogatory comments about said annoyance or drunk when placing their order
  • Always has their drink order ready
  • Always has their money ready
  • Is more than understanding when your keg runs dry or you run out of anything
  • Never asks for a glass of tap water
  • Tips depending on how many tips they received that week
  • In the event of inebriation, regales you with stories of the bar they work in and any annoying customers they’ve had
  • Again, if inebriated, can start pushing their way to the front and asking for drinks on the sly due to trade comradeship

SUMMARY: No muss, no fuss, a pleasure to serve – just don’t get them drunk

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