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What is required before starting an apprentice period in bartending?
What is required before starting an apprentice period in bartending?
- Familiarity with local drink regulations
- Memorization of cocktail recipes and procedures (correct)
- Completion of an online bartending course
- Experience in hospitality management
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of barbacking training?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of barbacking training?
- Recipe memorization
- Syrup making techniques
- Managing customer complaints (correct)
- Timings and procedures optimization
What does the term 'memorizing by heart' imply in the context of bartending training?
What does the term 'memorizing by heart' imply in the context of bartending training?
- Recreating drink recipes from memory without assistance (correct)
- Competitively memorizing ingredients for a contest
- Jotting down recipes after online research
- Reading recipes from a manual during service
Which drink recipe is included in the list of cocktails to memorize?
Which drink recipe is included in the list of cocktails to memorize?
What is a key factor that influences how quickly one can start their apprenticeship?
What is a key factor that influences how quickly one can start their apprenticeship?
What type of training will be provided to individuals before barbacking?
What type of training will be provided to individuals before barbacking?
Which of the following statements best describes the floor service skills expected in an apprenticeship?
Which of the following statements best describes the floor service skills expected in an apprenticeship?
What is the significance of being able to write down cocktail recipes without prior notice?
What is the significance of being able to write down cocktail recipes without prior notice?
What must you do before serving a drink to ensure it is considered finished?
What must you do before serving a drink to ensure it is considered finished?
What is the main purpose of tasting the drink before and after shaking?
What is the main purpose of tasting the drink before and after shaking?
How long is the expected time for the completion of stage number 1 in bartending?
How long is the expected time for the completion of stage number 1 in bartending?
What is critical to do when batching pre-batched cocktails?
What is critical to do when batching pre-batched cocktails?
What should you prioritize while working during your apprentice stage?
What should you prioritize while working during your apprentice stage?
What will happen when stages two and three are shared with you?
What will happen when stages two and three are shared with you?
Which of the following is NOT a crucial point mentioned for bartending?
Which of the following is NOT a crucial point mentioned for bartending?
What is expected from your working station at all times?
What is expected from your working station at all times?
Why is it important for a junior bartender to master floor service before working behind the bar?
Why is it important for a junior bartender to master floor service before working behind the bar?
What is the primary focus during the first 5 working days for a junior bartender?
What is the primary focus during the first 5 working days for a junior bartender?
What kind of knowledge should a bartender aim to acquire regarding the drinks served at The Other Room?
What kind of knowledge should a bartender aim to acquire regarding the drinks served at The Other Room?
What are junior bartenders expected to learn about classic cocktails during their training?
What are junior bartenders expected to learn about classic cocktails during their training?
What feeling might a junior bartender experience when starting their role?
What feeling might a junior bartender experience when starting their role?
How does knowledge of Signature drinks relate to learning classic cocktails?
How does knowledge of Signature drinks relate to learning classic cocktails?
Which aspect of a bartender's knowledge is deemed crucial for providing excellent customer service?
Which aspect of a bartender's knowledge is deemed crucial for providing excellent customer service?
What can junior bartenders expect to learn about the products they serve?
What can junior bartenders expect to learn about the products they serve?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Bartending
- New junior bartenders join The Other Room family, marking the start of their journey.
Importance of Floor Service
- Mastering floor service is essential before bartending.
- Understanding customer interaction and service challenges leads to better teamwork.
- Knowledge of drinks and ingredients is crucial for effective customer engagement.
Memorization of Signature Drinks
- Focus on memorizing names, garnishes, presentations, ingredients, and flavor profiles of signature drinks within the first five days.
- Tasting of each drink is mandatory to gain firsthand experience and knowledge.
Basic Product Knowledge
- Familiarity with products like vodka and gin is vital.
- Bartenders must be able to explain the unique characteristics of in-house creations.
Learning Classic Cocktails
- Memorization of 50 classic cocktail names and their ingredients is the next step.
- Emphasis on understanding the history behind classic cocktails, dating back over 300 years.
- Recommended resources for cocktail information: IBA World, Difford’s Guide, Imbibe Magazine.
Transition to Barbacking
- A barbacking role follows mastering floor service and signature drinks.
- Understanding organization and timing is essential for efficiency.
- Training includes making simple ingredients like syrups and memorizing all signature cocktail recipes.
Apprenticeship Journey
- Once ready as an apprentice, focus on floor service procedures, guest interaction, and cocktail recipes.
- Apprentices must write down cocktail recipes without prior notice to solidify memorization.
- Key aspects include mastering the cleanliness of the workspace and drink presentation.
Cocktail Preparation and Training
- Apprentices will begin cocktail making under the supervision of senior bartenders.
- Each drink must be tasted before and after preparation, with oversight from senior staff.
- Efficient service requires completing drink orders within 4 minutes.
Additional Responsibilities
- Apprentices will begin batching pre-batched cocktails, following recipes closely.
- The flavor profiles of finished products must be memorized and understood before becoming a full bartender.
Timeline to Completion
- Expected completion of Stage 1 is six months from the first day.
- Self-assessment is encouraged for bartenders who have been on this journey for more than six months.
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