Tuesday 8 May 2007

Tips and Warnings for becoming a bouncer!

  • Practice looking mean and tough in the mirror.
  • Remeber your there to do your job which is to check IDs and keep the peace, it's not the time and place to socialize
  • Get enough sleep before you start your shift as you will be working till at least 2 am.
  • Keep in mind that you and your employer will have serious problems if underagers are in the club!

How to become a bouncer!

For those out there who are thinking about becoming a bouncer here are the six steps you should take:
  1. Take some basic martial arts classes you will need to be able to defend yourself against drunk agressive people.
  2. Go to some clubs and talk to the bouncers or any other staff they may know of job openings
  3. Look in the yellow pages under "clubs" and call up, speak to the manager and ask if they are hiring
  4. Dress apropriately when you get an interview, for eg, a clean shirt, blazer and smart jeans/trousers.
  5. Mention any sports you play so the mangaer will get an idea of your physical capabilities
  6. Bring a list of references to the interview