
Personally, unless it’s summertime, I prefer to wear the vest as it feels complete and more professional and helps to keep your white shirt clean.įor the long black ties, I recommend buying a ‘zipper tie.’ You can find these online and are about $20. There are other parties that require a regular white button down shirt with a long black tie. Here are some tips for putting together your formal wardrobe.
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We are there to service the customer and not be the center of attention!įor more formal parties, there’s a whole spectrum of “dressing up” that may be requested – from a button down white shirt all the way to a full tux. You don’t want any advertising on your shirt that would draw attention. Important note: Wear simple shirts without logos or loud prints. But it’s best to ask the client in advance so you will be prepared. If you’re bartending a summer BBQ, it may require a white or a black polo shirt. It will also depend on the type of party and the time of year.
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Some staffing companies have standard attire they want you to wear and you must consult with them if you are not notified of the dress code for your gig. When it comes to shirts, it’s best to consult the person who you got the booking from, or from the client.


(My sneakers are waterproof and can be easily washed if they got muddy.) Luckily, I was bartending on a covered deck, however, my feet were really hurting at the end of the night and I learned my lesson! I will remain faithful to the diabetic walking shoes while bartending. I recently decided to wear my black sneakers to a party since there were chances of thunderstorms all day. It sounds strange, but I have tried many, many types of shoes and these are the best for being on your feet for many hours at a time.

You don’t want to ruin your good pants! Choosing the Shoesįor your non-slip shoes, I would suggest trying shoes recommended for diabetics. Although you are the bartender, you may be asked to help carry a large cake, help bring out other food items or even to move tables during set up that haven’t been cleaned yet. Not too Nice!īut avoid over dressing too – it doesn’t pay to wear an expensive pair of pants as sometimes you will get spilled on as the festivities are going on. (And the only other type that would be specified is a tuxedo pant with the tell-tale stripe down the outside of each leg.) Many companies allow you to wear any black pants that look generic, as long as they are not jeans. Black pants and black non-slip shoes are always required unless otherwise specified.
