Common questions

How do I get a mast permit?

How do I get a mast permit?

Get an alcohol server permit (Class 12 or Class 13) MAST training classes are offered online, or in a classroom setting. Upon successful completion of the course and exam, your provider will mail you a MAST permit and report the completion to the WSLCB within 30 days.

What license do you need to serve alcohol in Washington?

Anyone serving alcohol in Washington must take an approved MAST alcohol course and be in possession of either a class 12 permit or a class 13 permit to serve alcohol in a licensed premise.

What is Mast certification?

Washington State requires all sellers and servers of alcohol to take and pass the 3 hours (MAST) Mandatory Alcohol Server Training course. This training course is designed to promote the legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages in Washington State.

How long does it take to get mast?

If you are a server, bartender or a manager of an on-premises location, you have 60 days to obtain a permit after your initial hire date. Your provider will mail you the permit within 30 days of the course completion. Can my permit be emailed or faxed?

What Certificate do you need to serve alcohol?

Please Note. Most employers require bartenders, seller servers, door staff and cashiers employed in the food, restaurant or beverage industry be “Seller-Server Certified” even if not State mandated. This means an employee in Texas must pass an alcohol safety awareness program with TABC Certification.

How do I become a bartender?

How to Become a Bartender With No Experience

  1. Get a Bartending License.
  2. Get Hired as a Barback.
  3. Start at a Restaurant Bar.
  4. Find a Bartending Mentor.
  5. Learn How to Pour Drinks.
  6. Practice Mixology.
  7. Be Patient and Available.
  8. Don’t Rely On Bartending School Alone.

How do you get a mixologist license?

Obtain your state bartender certification.

  1. Research your state’s bartending requirements.
  2. Research bartending schools or programs.
  3. Complete training and gain experience.
  4. Apply to take your certification exam.
  5. Complete the written and practical exams.
  6. Apply for your state certification.

What is the difference between Class 12 and 13?

There are a few key differences between the Class 12 and 13 MAST Permits. A Class 12 MAST Permit legally allows you to perform more duties than a Class 13 MAST Permit, however, you are required to be at least 21 years of age or older in order to be qualified for a Class 12 MAST Permit.

Is the mast test timed?

Our MAST Course is timed to take 3 hours to complete.

How do you get a ServSafe alcohol certificate?

How To Get Started With Food and Alcohol Safety Certification

  1. STEP 1: CHECK REQUIREMENTS.
  2. STEP 2: PURCHASE THE ONLINE COURSE AND EXAM.
  3. STEP 3: ASSIGN THE ONLINE COURSE TO YOUR EMPLOYEES.
  4. STEP 4: BECOME A REGISTERED SERVSAFE PROCTOR OR REGISTERED SERVSAFE ALCOHOL ONLINE PROCTOR.

How many questions are on the ServSafe alcohol exam?

ServSafe Alcohol Advanced There are 70 questions but you are only graded on 60 of them. The remaining 10 are “pilot” questions to determine if they will be included in future exams. You need to score at least 80% in order to pass. This means that you must correctly answer at least 48 of the 60 graded questions.

Can you be a bartender at 18?

In the United States, different states have their own age requirement before you are allowed to bartend, but the age range is from 18-21 years old. Some states also require alcohol awareness training (this is different from getting a bartending license) that you can take when you start working.

How old do you have to be to get a mixologist permit?

Class 12 Mixologist Permit are for people 21 years of age and older. This permit allows you to: Draw alcohol from tap and mix drinks Perform duties included in the Class 13 permit

How to get an Alcohol Server Permit in Washington?

The American Safety Council online alcohol server certification course has been approved in Washington by the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB). The course is 100% online, fast, secure and 24 hour telephone support is available if needed.

How long does a WSLCB mast permit last?

The WSLCB maintains your record for five years. Your information will not appear if your permit has expired. The MAST permit is good for five years. It is not renewable. To prevent working without a valid permit, it is advised that you take a new course 45 days prior to expiration of your current permit.

When do WSLCB enforcement officers visit licensed events?

A WSLCB enforcement officer may visit a licensed event to check compliance with state liquor and tobacco laws and regulations. The license or permit must be prominently displayed at the event. No sales, service or consumption between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.

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Ruth Doyle