Delaware – 21
To bartend in Delaware you must be 21 years of age or older.
https://legis.delaware.gov/SessionLaws/Chapter?id=27946
AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 4, SECTION 522, DELAWARE CODE, RELATING TO THE PURCHASING, SALE AND DISPENSING OF ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS.
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Delaware:
Section 1. Amend Title 4, Section 522, Delaware Code, by striking subsection (d) (4) in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof a new subsection (d) (4) to read as follows:
(d) (4) Employ any individual who is less than 21 years of age in a position requiring the selling, handling or serving of alcoholic liquor.
Section 2. Further amend Title 4, Section 522, Delaware Code, by adding a new subsection to be designated as subsection (d) (6) to read as follows:
(d) (5) Employ any individual between the ages of 16 and 21 in licensed hotels, restaurants and clubs with dining facilities unless authorized to do so by written order of the Commission; provided, however, that such person shall not be involved in the sale or service of alcoholic beverages.
Approved May 11, 1970,
Delaware Wages
Workers on average earn $23,230.
10% of workers earn $21,010 or less.
10% of workers earn $44,770 or more.
Workers on average earn $11.17 per hour.
10% of workers earn $10.10 or less per hour.
10% of workers earn $21.52 or more per hour.
- Age Requirement: The legal drinking age in Delaware is 21. Bartenders must be at least 21 years old to serve alcohol.
- Responsible Beverage Service: Bartenders in Delaware are expected to serve alcohol responsibly. This includes not serving alcohol to individuals who are visibly intoxicated or under the legal drinking age.
- Dram Shop Laws: Delaware has dram shop laws, which hold alcohol establishments accountable for the actions of their intoxicated patrons. If a bartender or establishment serves alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person who subsequently causes harm to themselves or others, the establishment can be held liable for damages.
- Alcohol Server Training: While Delaware does not have a mandatory alcohol server training requirement, some establishments may require bartenders to complete an alcohol training program like the ServSafe Alcohol or TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) certification.
- Hours of Service: Delaware sets specific hours during which alcohol can be served. The exact hours may vary by jurisdiction within the state, and it’s important to check with local authorities or regulatory bodies for the specific hours in your area.
Remember that these are general guidelines, and there may be additional regulations or requirements depending on the specific city or county in Delaware where you intend to work as a bartender. It’s always advisable to consult the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission or seek legal advice to ensure compliance with the most current laws and regulations.