Why did you decide to get into bartending?

I decided to get into bartending because I love to party, and getting paid to party was even better. I’m such a ‘people person’, their stories and lives are so interesting to me.

How did you go about getting your first bartending gig? Was it tough to land your first one?

I had no bartending or serving experience, so I landed a serving job at the local hot spot and worked my way up to lead bartender. It was a little tough.

What is your favorite drink to make?

My favorite drink to make is a Martini. If done correctly it looks cool to make and tastes great!

What is your least favorite drink to make?

Any blended drink. They’re a pain in the ass and I haven’t perfected them so my blended drinks are hit and miss.

What is your bartender pet peeve?

Anyone yelling at me or tapping, slapping the bar to get my attention. I know who is at my bar and I make money by serving them, you don’t have to tell me you’re there!

What’s the most interesting/scandalous thing that’s happened to you on the job?

Working at a night club you get plenty of stories. Of course you get "hit on" all the time. For me, being offered lots of money to be a stripper for an after party.

What’s the best line somebody has used to get a free drink from you?

I’ve never given drinks away.

What’s the most memorable pickup line you’ve heard?

I like the up front approach. Hi my name is ‘So N So’ and I would like to get to know you.

Who would YOU want to have a drink with and why?

Of course Hugh Hefner because he is my idol. But realistically, anyone with an interesting life.

Tell us one thing about tending bar that we might not know.

Don’t date anyone you meet at work!

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