Bartenders

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (10%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 4 (20%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 14 (70%)

• Balance cash receipts.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Create drink recipes.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Plan, organize, and control the operations of a cocktail lounge or bar.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Order or requisition liquors and supplies.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Plan bar menus.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Collect money for drinks served.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Clean bars, work areas, and tables.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Serve snacks or food items to customers seated at the bar.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Ask customers who become loud and obnoxious to leave, or physically remove them.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Supervise the work of bar staff and other bartenders.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Prepare appetizers such as pickles, cheese, and cold meats.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task

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