Why Bartending in Ankeny?
Brooklyn Bartending School of Ankeny helps people become a bartender and find a fulfilling job. Our best graduates are working at the The Whiskey House and Bourbon Grill, Magee’s Irish Pub & Eatery, Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille, Good Times, Grubb's Pub and many other local venues. BBS is ready to teach 1-on-1 and customized lessons to all ages (above 18 by Iowa state law).
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Program
Find Out What Awaits You at Iowa Bartending School
Responsible Alcohol Service
Closing and Opening Protocols For Bars
Hygiene for the Bar Area
The Best Ways to Make Customers Happy
Layout, Tools, & Equipment for Bars
The Art of Garnishing Cocktails
Expertise with Alcoholic Beverages
Training in Wines, Beers, as well as Champagne
Money Handling and Payment Skills
Protocol for Maximum Tips
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(877)-879-7958Testimonials
"The in-person lessons withteacher Jen was a game-changer for me. Her many years of experience and guidance made learning mixology so easy. "
John R., 25 from Ankeny
"The hands-on training in my lessons at the Brooklyn Bartending School was incredible! My instructor, Jon, is such a great person, and I'll never forget the thrill of mastering the Breeze cocktail in his class.
Anela S., 21 from Ankeny
"I can't thank the Ankeny Bartending School enough for their Job Placement program. Thanks to their connections, I landed my first job right after graduating, and I'm now serving at a top Iowa bar. Amazing!
Boris E., 25 from Ankeny
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You Can Begin School Next Week!
All tools and educational materials, which include bartending tools, workbooks, & beverages, is going to be supplied by us.
Location
We can come to your home or teach at one of our multiple locations in Iowa.
Ankeny BBS Pricing:
Online Course
from $79
Group Classes
from $299
In-Person Lessons
from $399
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Earn $300 per night as a Bartender Part-Time or Full Time
Ankeny bartending school supports students' career goals with effective Job Assistance and Internship programs. You get connected to the best jobs without much effort.
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Ankeny Bartending School Stats
$700
Highest one time tip for Ankeny students
95.9%
of Ankeny Students said BBS exceeded expectations
14 days
Average number of days until getting a bartending job offer
99%
Ankeny certification exam success rate
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Information About Brooklyn Bartending School
326 Years
Combined experience of Ankeny teachers
2014-10-13
First Bartending Lesson in Ankeny
58.3% Women
of all BBS students in Ankeny
79 Years
Oldest student yet in Ankeny
29.5 Hours
Avg. number of hands-on training hours/student
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