- How much does it cost to get a MAST permit?
- If you come to one of our scheduled classes, the cost will be $40-$45
- When will I get my MAST permit?
- If you attend one of our local classes and pass the exam you will normally receive your permit at the end of the class. NOTE: State law requires your trainer to issue your permit within 30 days of the class. If you do not receive your permit within 30 days, contact us. If you still do not receive it, contact the WSLCB MAST coordinator at 360-664-1727.
- Will I get a Class 12 or a Class 13 permit?
You are 18 – 20 years old you will receive a CLASS 13 Servers Permit which allows you to work at a restaurant.
You are 21 years old or older you will receive a CLASS 12 Mixologist Permit.
- Can I get a permit if I am not 18 yet?
- You are allowed to take the class if you are within 30 days or your 18th birthday. You will not be issued your permit until you turn 18.
- How do I renew my MAST permit?
- To renew your permit, you must take the class again prior to the permit's expiration date.
- Do I need to keep my MAST permit with me when I work?
Yes. You must have your MAST permit and a valid form of ID with you (on the premises) any time you perform duties that include the sale, service or handling of liquor.
The permit is your property, not the property of your employer. Your permit must be presented with supporting ID if requested by an enforcement / police officer.
- How can I check to see if my MAST permit is still valid?
- Visit the MAST permit checker and enter either your last name and date of birth (mm,dd,yyyy), or your permit number to see if your permit is still valid.
- How do I replace a lost or stolen permit or what if I have changed my name?
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If you are not sure who trained you, go to MAST permit checker and contact the trainer / provider who trained you.
If you were trained by someone from Cheryl's Last Call, do the following:
- Fill out the Affidavit of Lost or Replacement Mixologist/Server Permit and
- Mail it to Cheryl Brown, PO Box 496, Yelm, WA 98597 with $10.00 (cash or money order).
If all else fails, send the Affidavit of Lost or Replacement Mixologist/Server Permit form to the WSLCB in accordance with the instructions on the bottom of the form.
Note: The original class date and expiration date remain the same when replacing a permit.
- Can I upgrade my permit when I turn 21?
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If your course of instruction was "Class 12 permit certified" then in general, yes, you should be able to upgrade. You must, however, contact the trainer or provider that trained you.
NOTE: WSLCB will not upgrade a permit.
If you were trained by anyone from Cheryl's Last Call contact us and we will upgrade your permit for FREE.
- Can a customer under the age of 21 pick up a tab that includes an alcoholic beverage? For example, a 19-year-old pays with his credit card because his dad forgot his wallet and the bill included a couple beers.
It is against the law to sell alcohol to a person under 21 or purchase alcohol if you are under 21.
Licensees should be aware that physical evidence such as the receipt could be used to support allegations that the business furnished alcohol to a minor. Outside of witnesses, it would be difficult to determine who actually consumed the alcohol.
- Can establishments offer free samples?
- Retail licensees such as restaurants cannot give free samples. A customer must purchase alcohol at or above the restaurant's acquisition cost. WAC 314-11-085 refers.
- Can an establishment offer a free drink?
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There are only two instances where a retail establishment may offer a "free drink". Licensees may develop house policies that allow for a free drink on a birthday or as compensation for unsatisfactory products or service. WAC 314-11-085 refers.
Note: Free liquor may not be used in advertising or as part of a promotion.
- Can establishments accept a Washington Temporary Driver License (paper license)?
Checking identification is an important part of ensuring legal sales. You can accept a Washington Temporary Driver License, but you are not required to and some businesses do not. Remember, the temporary expiration date on a temporary license comes 45 days after issuance. Establishments can choose which forms of acceptable IDs they will allow and many businesses develop policies about which kinds of ID can be accepted.
Acceptable forms of ID: (pdf)
- Driver License, ID Card, or Instruction Permit issued by any U.S. state or Canadian province (Note: for Washington State ID's this would include Regular, Enhanced and Temporary forms of ID)
- U.S. Military ID (encrypted signature acceptable)
- Official Passport (Note: includes United States of America Passport Card)
- Merchant Marine ID (issued by US Coast Guard)
- Washington State Tribal Enrollment Card (no expiration date required)
A valid ID must show:
- Date of birth
- Signature (except U.S. Military IDs)
- Photo
- Expiration date (except Tribal Enrollment Cards)
- When does my Mandatory Alcohol Server Training (MAST) permit expire?
Class 12 Mixologist Permits and Class 13 Servers Permits are valid for 5 years. The permits expire on the first day of the month after the month you took your test. For example, if you took the test on October 20, the permit expires on November 1.
To renew your permit, you must successfully complete another MAST course prior to the permit's expiration date.
- How does Daylight Savings Time affect hours?
- Businesses should change their clocks at 2 a.m. In the fall, you can remain open an "extra" hour when the time "falls back" from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m., if you choose. In the spring, you will need to turn your clock "ahead" an hour from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m., not losing any hours of alcohol service.
- Can I pour spirits from a 1.75 liter bottle to a 750 ml bottle of the same product?
- Yes, you can combine bottles of spirits if they are identical products.
- Can I lock my door while patrons are still inside?
- No, your restaurant must remain unlocked and open to the general public if liquor is sold, served or consumed at your business. Contact your enforcement officer for special one-time approval.
- When do minors have to be out of my premises if I have entertainment after 11 p.m.?
Restaurants who want to use their dining areas as entertainment venues after 11 p.m. have two options:
- If a dining area is used as a live entertainment venue after 11 p.m. and alcohol is served, the restaurant must classify the dining area as a lounge and restrict access to adults only.
- The restaurant may operate its dining area as an entertainment venue after 11p.m. and allow minors to be present IF it provides notice to the LCB 48 hours in advance that sales and service of alcohol will cease at 11 p.m.
- During an LCB "sting," my bartender sold alcohol to the LCB's underage operative after checking his real ID. How do I minimize the likelihood of a similar violation?
Most compliance check failures come after an employee asked for and looked at ID.
The LCB regularly offers free "Responsible Alcohol and Tobacco Sales" classes with topics such as checking ID. You can also ask your LCB officer about in-house controlled purchase programs, which allow a business to use underage "secret shoppers" to check compliance.
Cheryl's Last Call has developed a 2 hour "Responsible Liquor Sales" class to assist businesses in keeping their employees at the top of their game. Contact us for details.
There are also numerous Point of Sale devices that calculate a customer's age when an employee keys in date of birth or scans the ID.
- How can I help my employees follow state liquor laws?
There is no one in a better position to promote compliance than the restaurant's own management. You should regularly speak with employees about checking ID, refusing sales to apparently intoxicated patrons and other liquor laws. It is imperative that you have written policies addressing your expectations. If you see an employee merely glancing at ID or serving someone who looks intoxicated, intervene and remind them of your expectations. Your LCB officer can answer any questions about liquor laws. By consistently following state liquor laws and your own policies, you can minimize liability to yourself, your employees and your customers.
Cheryl's Last Call has developed HOUSE POLICIES that can be adapted to any business. Contact us for details.
- How do I become a trainer for CHERYL'S LAST CALL?
If you are interested in becoming a MAST trainer, please Contact us.
You will need to complete our training program (takes 1 – 2 months). You must complete the training program and receive WSLCB certification prior to conducting any classes.
WSLCB requires the following criteria for trainer certification:
- (1) Have a minimum of two years of post-secondary education in one or more of the following fields or a combination of the following fields, or equivalent years of experience: Training; Education; Law; Law enforcement; Substance abuse rehabilitation; and/or sales and service in the industry.
- Hold a Class 12 permit.
- Meet the criminal history requirements outlined in WAC 314-17-070.
- Meet the continuing education requirement outlined in WAC 314-17-080.
