Alcohol training for workers where alcohol is consumed on-premise, from bartenders to security guards. Course Overview The On-Premise program, our PREMIER offering, is a 5-hour program designed for servers at restaurants, bars, hotels, in-store tastings, or other establishments where alcohol is consumed on the premises. Employees learn strategies that ensure responsible alcohol service, promote professionalism, and enhance customer service skills. Who should take this course? The TIPS On-Premise course is designed for individuals serving alcohol by-the-drink, in open containers, for immediate consumption, on the premises. The course is specifically tailored for anyone working at restaurants, bars, and catering events or any other venue where alcohol is consumed or served in the away-from-home market. If you are a bartender, waiter, server, busser, valet, host or any front of the house employee you should be On-Premise certified to prevent the misuse of alcohol and limit exposure to alcohol-related liabilities.

TIPS On-Premise

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS)

Course

Alcohol training for workers where alcohol is consumed on-premise, from bartenders to security guards.

Format

Hybrid

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Apply responsible alcohol service strategies in an on-premise hospitality environment
Promote professionalism in alcohol service at restaurants, bars, and hospitality venues
Enhance customer service skills in an on-premise alcohol service setting
Prevent misuse of alcohol in a front-of-house hospitality environment
Limit exposure to alcohol-related liabilities in an on-premise service setting

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What You'll Learn

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

Glassware, utensils, and bar equipment — clean and sanitize following standard protocols under direct supervisor guidance during a shift.
Customer identification — check and verify age requirements for alcohol purchase using established procedures at a bar or restaurant entrance.
Beverage orders — receive and repeat back accurately from patrons or serving staff in a busy front-of-house environment.
Wine and bottled or draft beer — serve to seated patrons following portion and presentation standards under close supervision.
Cash payments for drinks — collect and process using a point-of-sale terminal with supervisor assistance during a live service shift.
Bar surfaces, work areas, and tables — wipe down and maintain cleanliness between customer seatings according to venue protocol.
Basic cocktail recipes — prepare by following standardized recipes and measured pours under the direction of a senior bartender.
Customer greetings and order-taking — initiate using clear, friendly speech in a high-traffic bar environment.
Drink modifiers and allergen information — recognize and relay to the preparing bartender when flagged by a patron at the service counter.
POS software interface — navigate to enter drink orders, apply discounts, and print receipts under direct instruction during training shifts.

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