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    Bar Management and Operations

    To effectively manage your bar you need to handle numerous issues that come your way. Ignore or handle some these issues the wrong way and you'll find yourself bogged down fixing preventable problems or find yourself leaving money (and profits) on the table.

    Fortunately you're not alone - these are issues that every bar deals with. We can give you solutions to help bring your pour costs under control, keep your overhead costs to a necessary minimum, manage your cash procedures, and provide advice on day-to-day bar operations.

    The key to managing your bar is to have proven systems in place that allow you to have a streamlined operation. We'll share with your tactics and strategies other bar owners use to operate their bars and nightclubs.

    In this department you'll find a wide range of management and operation issues covered, from setting up a cleaning schedule to how to prevent glass breakage.

    Most importantly, you'll find proven and tested management tactics and strategies that you can implement right away.

    Reinventing VIP Bar Service: New Ways to Reward Your Best Customers
    Reinventing VIP Bar Service: New Ways to Reward Your Best Customers The days of bottle service and limited scope VIP programs are behind us. These days savvy bar owners are creating more ways to reward very important customers with more flexible VIP service. Find out what the new VIP Treatment is and how you can use it in your bar . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Competitor Price Comparison Spreadsheet
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Competitor Price Comparison Spreadsheet How do your bar prices stack up to the competition? If you don't know, you're likely leaving money and profits on the table. Use the Competitor Price Comparison Spreadsheet to record and then analyze how your bar's prices compare to the competition and where your pricing opportunities are . . . more>>
    Setting Up a Customer Paid-For Loyalty Program
    Setting Up a Customer Paid-For Loyalty Program Customers will pay to be a part of your loyalty club if they can see it benefiting them. If you know how to do it right, you can build a loyal group of regulars and also get them to pay a sign up fee to join the loyalty club at your bar. Learn how to devise and roll out a paid loyalty program in your bar . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Kitchen Safety Inspection Worksheet
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Kitchen Safety Inspection Worksheet The safety of your employees and customers is of utmost importance to your bar, and the kitchen can be one of the most hazardous areas. The Kitchen Safety Inspection Worksheet pays special attention to red flag areas like fryers and your fire-prevention system. Use the Kitchen Safety Inspection Worksheet to regularly inspect the kitchen of your bar or restaurant . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Monthly Bar Sales Tracker Worksheet
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Monthly Bar Sales Tracker Worksheet If you don't track and record sales you'll never be able to measure your bar's sucess and recognize sales trends. You want to track sales by product and by month so you can analyze your sales and understand trends. Use the Monthly Sales Tracking Spreadsheet to track sales, receipts, and cash for every month of the year . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Bar Safety Inspection Worksheet
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Bar Safety Inspection Worksheet Safety is a number one priority for your bar. But is your bar really safe for employees and customers? Running regular safety inspections will ensure that your bar is safe for employees and customers. Use the Bar Safety Inspection Worksheet to check the safety of your bar - from the backbar to the emergency exits . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Customer Comment Card Template
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Customer Comment Card Template Customer comments represent critical feedback and can help you improve your current operation. Comment cards are also a good source of information for marketing purposes. Use the Customer Comment Card Template to design and customize your bar's comment card . . . more>>
    Bar ID Verification Checklist
    Bar ID Verification Checklist If authorities find under-age customers in your bar, it could shut you down indefinitely. To ensure that no under-age drinking happens, your employees need to be able to easily identify fake id's. Use the Bar ID Verification Checklist to check the validity of customer id's at your bar . . . more>>
    Server Sidework Completion Checklist
    Server Sidework Completion Checklist Servers need to complete sidework at the start, during and close of their shift at your bar. It's important to keep track of the tasks and who is assigned to do them. Stay organized and make sure everything gets done with the Server Side-Work Checklist. . . . more>>
    Bar Customer Intoxication Checklist
    Bar Customer Intoxication Checklist Recognizing the signs of intoxication is essential to creating a safe environment in your bar. When you know the signs of intoxication you can take the proper action to deal with those customers. Use the Customer Intoxication Checklist to determine if a customer is intoxicated. . . . more>>
    Your Biggest Draft Beer Problems Solved: How To Fix Your Draft Beer Problems and Make More Profits From Selling It
    Your Biggest Draft Beer Problems Solved:  How To Fix Your Draft Beer Problems and Make More Profits From Selling It Do you have problems with foamy beer, "off" tasting beer or are you just not making the money you should from this profitable product? Find simple solutions to your most frustrating beer problems and start making the profits you should from draft beer . . . more>>
    How to Reduce Costs on Equipment Repair
    How to Reduce Costs on Equipment Repair Broken or malfunctioning equipment can cost you a lot - expensive repair costs, inconvenienced customers, stressed employees and potential new customers. Reduce your equipment repair costs and keep your bar running smoothly by using a simple equipment maintenance plan . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Banquet Contract Agreement
    When setting up any banquet or open bar arrangement it is essential to have everything communicated to your guest contact in writing to avoid any misunderstandings. Use the Banquet Contract Agreement to eliminate any confusion about what has been discussed . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Pour Cost Percentage Worksheet
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Pour Cost Percentage Worksheet Your bar's pour costs are always something that can be improved, but you can't gauge and improve those percentages unless you have a clear picture of what your pour costs are for different products. Use the Pour Cost Percentage Worksheet to help you take basic figures (like purchases and gross sales) and determine your pour cost percentage for liquor, wine or beer . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Manager Closing Checklist
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Manager Closing Checklist Having an organized set of closing procedures for your manager is essential in getting everything needed to be done completed before closing your bar each day. Use the Manager Closing Checklist to make your closing procedures more organized, efficient, and thorough . . . more>>
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Manager Opening Checklist
    BAR DOWNLOAD: Manager Opening Checklist Having an organized to-do list of the procedures needed to be done when opening the bar each day will help your manager operate more efficiently and thoroughly. Use the Manager Opening Checklist to guide the manager in completing your daily opening tasks . . . more>>
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