After dropping off your resume at the establishment you have two options. If you spoke with the bar manager send them a thank you card for taking the time to speak with you. If you weren't able to reach the bar manager wait about four to five businesses days then follow up via phone.
This is how it goes when I call:
Reciptionist: Hello, this is XYZ Bar, how many I help you?
Me: Yes, is _______ Bar Manager in? (We already got the names of the bar manager, remember?)
Receptionist: Sure, one moment please...
or
Receptionist: No, they're not available right now.
Me: When would be a better time to reach them?
Receptionist: 8 o'clock
Me: Thank you.
If the bar manager does answer it goes like this:
Me: Hi ______ Bar Manager, did I catch you at a bad time?
BM: No, what can I do for you?
Me: I'm calling to make sure you recieved my resume that I dropped off last Monday (insert when you did here) and see if there were any openings for bartenders with XYZ Company.
At this point the conversation could go many places. If he says no, simply ask if there will be any in the near future and ask if they know of any other bars in the area that might be looking for a qualified bartender.
If he says they might have an opening coming up ASK FOR THE INTERVIEW! State that you'd really like to be a contributing member of their team and would like a chance to prove yourself. The worse they can say is No.
Even if they answer no to you on all regards send a thank you letter. Bar managers don't get thank you cards everyday so they'll remember you in the near future if one of their bartenders quits.
I would recommend practicing role playing with a friend a little bit if you're not quick on the phone or if you feel you'll be too nervous on the phone.
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