Chicago Basset On-Premise Server Practice Test

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Who is ultimately responsible for the sale of an alcoholic beverage?

  1. The manager of the establishment

  2. The person who serves the beverage

  3. The bartender only

  4. The owner of the establishment

The correct answer is: The person who serves the beverage

The individual who serves the beverage holds ultimate responsibility for the sale of an alcoholic beverage due to the legal obligations and duties associated with responsible alcohol service. This person must ensure that they are adhering to local laws regarding age verification, responsible serving practices, and recognizing when a patron may be overly intoxicated. In many jurisdictions, servers are held accountable for any oversights in the serving process, such as failing to check a patron's age. This responsibility is crucial because improper service can lead to serious legal repercussions for both the server and the establishment. While managers and owners play an important role in training and setting policies, the duty of care is placed on the individual who actually serves the drink, making them primarily responsible in the eyes of the law and regulatory authorities.