I just signed up for a catering company in the Los Angeles area. I have very
minimal experience as a bartender (only private parties). However, I am very
comfortable behind the bar, I know just about all the popular drinks, glasses,
$$$ handling, etc. Only problem is I don't have any "actual" experience on my
resume. The catering company told me that they would not be able to start me
off as a bartender because I have no experience setting up/breaking down a bar
(even though I know how to do that). They want me to start as a barback or
server to get the feel of the environment/events before allowing me to
bartend. Has anyone had any experience with catering companies? If so, what
can I expect? Is it likely that I'll be behind the bar in a matter of weeks?