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OSCA 2024 · 471131 · Skill level 4

Bar Attendant: OSCA 471131

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Bar Attendant is OSCA 2024 code 471131. It corresponds to ANZSCO 431111 Bar Attendant (in part), which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 471131

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 431111 · in part

    Bar Attendant

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a bar attendant does

Prepares, mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons in a bar in a licensed establishment.

Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience

Also known as

  • Bar Steward
  • Bartender

Specialisations

  • Mixologist

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Takes orders from patrons for drinks
  • Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons
  • Creates and follows cocktail recipes using garnishes and other specialised ingredients
  • Checks identification to verify legal drinking age
  • Cleans and maintains bar area, including equipment and utensils
  • Stocks and replenishes bar inventory and supplies
  • Monitors patrons for signs of intoxication and refuses service as necessary
  • Assists with bar opening and closing procedures

Questions

OSCA 471131: common questions

What is the OSCA code for bar attendant?
The OSCA 2024 code is 471131 (Bar Attendant), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 471131?
ANZSCO 431111 Bar Attendant (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Bar Attendant on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Not under its ANZSCO equivalent: none is on the Home Affairs combined list checked on 21 October 2026. Another occupation may fit your duties better.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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