SOC 35-3011
Bartenders
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ59/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ745,610
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$34K
$20K โ $72K
Projected Growth
๐+5.9%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค44/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Bartenders face a risk score of 59/100 โ 15 points above the national average of 44. With only 44/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $34K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 59/100, Bartenders faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated food preparation and cooking robotics are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 745,610 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in food presentation requiring artistic and tactile skill and managing chaotic high-volume service environments to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Bartenders?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Automated food preparation and cooking robotics
AI inventory management and waste reduction
Automated dishwashing and kitchen cleaning systems
Robotic food delivery within establishments
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Food presentation requiring artistic and tactile skill
Managing chaotic high-volume service environments
Adapting to real-time dietary and allergy requests
Hospitality and personalized guest experiences
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
Collect money for drinks served.
Balance cash receipts.
Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
Clean bars, work areas, and tables.
๐ป Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Point of sale POS software
Web page creation and editing software
Electronic mail software
Internet browser software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Education and Training
Sales and Marketing
Administration and Management
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education Administrators, All Other | 21 | $89K | 61% |
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 56% |
| Tour and Travel Guides | 27 | $37K | 69% |