Is there a good future in bartending?

Question

because that is what i want to do with my life and somebody i talked to said that its not really a good career choice but then some people say it is. so im asking somebody who does it or knows about it. i live in LA so i think id do pretty good with money if i got good at it. and is it easy to train for?

Answer 1

It all depends where you live. I took my bartending exam a year ago and still have not found a job. Alot of places around here won't hire someone without exeperience, even if you are certified. But seeing that you live in LA you may have a better shot than me. I live in RI. Good luck!  

Answer 2

Yes, but be straight and honest. The way to make the money is to own the bar. With that though comes all the problems. Tax, stock, dishonest staff. Do you get my drift?