How do you plan a commercial bar? In this post I’ll review the standard human dimension and interior space requirements for bar and facility layout design.
How do you plan a commercial bar? In this post I’ll review the standard human dimension and interior space requirements for bar and facility layout design.
What are the top bar lighting products for bar design? Today we’ll discuss the most popular lighting for bar design and recommendations where to purchase them. Are you a bar owner in search of some new lighting ideas? There are so many lighting products it can be overwhelming. What about that LED lighting everyone is talking about? You see LED lighting all over the…
https://youtu.be/yyOCzH0m5AI How do you design a circular island bar and back bar? Here’s how we redesigned a large existing circular island bar.Learn the tips for systematically measuring existing bars and developing ideas for re-designing a commercial bar and back bar. HOW TO DESIGN A CIRCULAR COMMERCIAL ISLAND BAR AND BACK BAR Shown at right is an “As-Built” plan I created in preparation of a…
What does the term pour cost mean? In this article I’ll define the meaning of pour cost and discuss why it’s one of the keys to profitability for every bar. One of the most shocking conversations I have with bar managers is their lack of understanding of the meaning of pour cost. Worse yet, they’ve been…
What are the best glass washers for bars? Discover the maintenance secrets to problem-free warewashers, pricing and which have the best features. FREE STEAM FACIALS! If you’ve owned an automatic glass washer for any length of time, you must dread opening the door at the end of the cycle: how about those FREE steam facials?! Automatic glass washers are veritable double-edged swords to high-volume bars: irrefutable benefits countered by numerous operating and maintenance problems. This article…
DOES THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT REQUIRE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS? Are 3 compartment sinks really required for commercial bars? What if you prefer automatic glass washers? Discover the bar design secret to pass a health department inspection and still have a glass washer. 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS vs GLASS WASHERS The local health department just informed one of…
HOW TO SET YOUR BAR STAFF UP FOR SUCCESS How do you optimize the success of your bar staff? Discover why Jon Taffer says drink consistency is key to success and tips bar owners need to maximize profits. Owning and operating a successful bar is an art. However, the overall success of any bar requires a team. If the staff is successful the…
WHY DRAFT BEER NEEDS INVENTORY CONTROL Which draft beer inventory control system is the best? Today I’ll compare the features of the EasyBar, Berg and BevCheck draft beer inventory systems. You’re considering implementing a draft beer inventory control system. However, you’re torn over which offers the best return. After all, they all boast of returning…
WHY DRAFT BEER NEEDS TIGHT INVENTORY CONTROL What is the BevChek beer inventory control system? Today I’ll discuss why bar owners need draft beer inventory control and how BevChek improves bar profits. Do you ever lie in bed wondering about the profitability of your bar’s draft beer? You should be making money hand-over-fist. You follow…
https://youtu.be/YO_i6EEqlt0 AccuBar or BevInco bar inventory: which service is better? Learn the liquor inventory methods these companies use and how they compare. WHAT IS BAR INVENTORY AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Many bar owners have heard of the importance of inventory management. Some heard it directly from the guy who handed the keys over to them…
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