Bar Wench....lol

I don't think being around "drunk guys" will be an issue unless you are completely alone at the bar while you work. Take reasonable safety precautions....sounds like some great extra ca$h!

I would GO FOR IT!!!

Don't worry about what other people think!! If the extra money would be good for you - go for it!!!

Is it an easy job? No. you are on your feet the whole shift. Will you need a good pair of shoes? YES!!
Will you be in a uniform or can you wear jeans and a bar shirt? Like at the Outback - you can wear jeans and tennis shoes - but you have to wear one of the Outback shirts.

Don't worry about being around drunk men....I'm sure you can handle yourself just fine!! When you leave - make sure you are walking with someone else - or have one of the men you trust walk you out to your car. Pay attention to your surroundings - but this is typical stuff...even if you were shopping or working at a mall or grocery store.

I'm sorry your business is in the crapper...don't give up on it!!!

You might want to go hang out in there a few times and see how the atmosphere appears before making a commitment. Bars can get pretty crazy. People change drastically after a few drinks. It's not a job for the timid, that's for sure. I was a cocktail waitress for a whole 4 weeks... I didnt like it. I'd rather be on THIS side of the bar and be the patron :)
There is great money in tips tho. You will have to use a ton of psychology to endure it, and hubby will also have to be able to handle what gets dished out to you as well. You cant take any of it personally that's for sure.

Many years ago I worked as a barmaid - it was fun for a while & I made good tips. The best tippers were the regulars & the guys sending drinks to girls. I did have a couple issues with some guys getting handsy but the bouncers were pretty quick to put a stop to it. My only caution is getting wrapped up in the atmosphere...i saw some issues arise between couples because one would be out partying (even if it is work) and the other would be home with the kids all the time. Also, once the bar closes you have to stay & clean up. Depending on closing time (2 for us) we wouldn't actually leave until 3 or later. A lot of the staff would end up driving after a few drinks (had during closing) - that wasn't safe at all. It can be fun & you can make some extra cash, just don't get sucked into the lifestyle.

Fun!

Well, if your sis and BIL own it, I would think you could have some say in the level of security, right? I would feel comfortable if they had a nice big bouncer named Bruno.

Good luck!

I say go for it. Especially if it is one day a week. I would! Just watch out for any puke...lol. Have fun! Good luck and God Bless.

Tricky question -
On one hand, it's your sister's business, so you have an 'in', but at the same time if you ever have a fight, working there may be difficult.
Since you are family, they may feel that they could pay you less per hour than an outsider... don't know. just saying.

I just helped my sister for 2 days in running a fireworks stand. 1. because she needed the help and 2. I need the $. Basically on my feet for 12+ hours straight. Bring on the Motrin!!

If it were me, I would start training on a tredmill and I would probably agree to be on the payroll as an extra hand instead of having a regular shift. Then you could help out when they were busy or someone called in sick, without the stress of being there every Tue. or so for a set amount of time.

M.

Sorry to be blunt but practice your F Off face. :) If you can master one of those you are much less likely to have problems. Every time we go to the bar, I am basically the enforcer, because I people tell me that I have F Off written across my face. So people rarely bother us. I've never worked at a bar but very rarely have I seen the girls having issues with the guys when they are working. I think hitting on the bartender/waitress has become cliche. Also you will be wearing your wedding ring, that helps.

If it wasn't for the late hours, I would love to bartend again. You meet the most open interesting people with neat stories (translation: open = drunk, interesting = 'wow, never heard THAT before', neat = ... you get the picture). I made really good friends with one of Richmond's big wig judges. Him and his wife stopped in every evening (and the dive bar was SO not where you would expect him) and had a cocktail... they lived 4 doors down from the bar. My point is, not everyone is drunk and horny! It can't hurt to try it for a bit. Just remember, don't take anything personally, learn to defend yourself, and know when to call the cops. Check everyone's ID!! Know the names of cab companies in your area. Just be aware of your surrounding... and have fun! It really is one of the most fun jobs I've ever had.

That was one of the best jobs I had and seriously the best customers ever. I'd make anywhere from 300-600 a night (and this was just a small bar/grill) & I had a blast doing it. I can't imagine going back to that now because I'm such an old lady when it comes to sleep now (and I'm 4 1/2 months pregnant) but one night a week for you should be fun! One poster said it's a different atmosphere and it is, you'll work with some people that have been doing it a long time and will be doing it for the rest of their working lives. The fact that it's your brothers place makes it easy on you, if you don't want to have to work until 2 am then you can get out of it. Plus the girls probably won't give you any trouble. I remember starting and the people there looked at me like an intruder, it was the weirdest thing. After I had been there a while I made it a point to be nice to the new girls. Just know you're gonna see the girls you work with do things you don't agree with so just ignore it and do what you're there to do and try not to get sucked into any drama.

I was a waitress in my 20s. before husband. You have to be "friendly" to get good tips, you have to deal with drunk men, and bar fights. You make great money. I wanted to go help out after my husband and I got together and he said no because he would be in fights all the time. I dont think this is a job for married women.

My Dad was in the liquor biz, and for a short period of time, had a bar on the Plaza in KC. I used to help him out when it got really busy. I totally enjoyed it. I think either you want to do it or not. Most important, dress modestly so you don't invite inappropriate men....so no V-neck tees showing off your decollatage (look it up), and no short-shorts. Enjoy the work and enjoy your tips.