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Control the costs in your Bar

 bar cost control



How bars and restaurants are using the iPad
There may be no better example for the remarkable reputation of the late Steve Jobs than the iPad. The tablet seemingly went from “Why do we need that?” to “I can’t live without it” in a matter of minutes. Click For More>>

Should staff be allowed to drink at the bar after a shift?
The second post in our series poling the opinion of hospitality industry professionals is again related to how management handles its staff. Click For More>>

Should staff be allowed to void items without manager approval?
We posed a question on our Facebook page the other day asking whether those in the industry think staff members should be allowed to remove a bill item without authorization from management. Click For More>>

Could your bar lose €200/hr and still stay in business?
For many bars around the country, the current economic climate has changed the way they do business. I have spoken to numerous bar owners who have admitted having to lay off staff, change their opening hours, while others have unfortunately had to call it a day . Click For More>>


Co-Worker Scams To Look Out For Behind The Bar

I met and interviewed Greg Clark from Bartenders not only steal from their employers and customers, but have also been known to steal from their coworkers as well. Here are the four top ways: Click For More>>


Video: Taking Back Control Of Your Bar
I met and interviewed Greg Clark from Bevinco at the Nightclub & Bar Show in Las Vegas. Greg works with 40 different bars and restaurants in the United States to help them achieve their desired profits. I and asked him what his top tips were for bar owners. Here's what he said: Click For More>>
 
How To Calculate Your Beverage Cost Simply And Quickly
Calculating your beverage cost (or ‘pour cost’, as it is commonly referred to in the bar business) is a simple procedure that every restaurant or bar owner should know how to do. more>>

How to control internal theftHow To Control Internal Theft
Are you aware that staff can make up for more lost profit in theft than your customers? Read this article and learn the steps to take to prevent losses from internal theft. Protect yourself today! more>>

do you make it difficult to pay?Do you make it difficult for your customers to pay?
Is your business ensuring guests do not find it difficult to pay? We examine how to streamline your payment procedures.
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How your Cash Register layout could be losing you €1000s a year!
We look at what you need to know to ensure your cash register is a line of defense for your business and not a leaking bucket.
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Theft is rife in the bar trade, so follow these simple steps to reduce the chances of theft in your business.
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Gone are the days of putting the takings in a drawer behind the bar – or are they? Barkeeper looks at how you can get the control you need from your POS system.
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The key to receiving deliveries and eliminating discrepancies is by employing a purchase order system. Follow these easy steps to ensure that you are never out of pocket when it comes to receiving your deliveries.
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Many restaurateurs are surprised to learn that 92% of unhappy guests never complain, but instead never visit your establishment again. Learn how a mystery guest can assist in opening your eyes to your service.
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Barkeeper begins a five part series which will total 101 different ways to reduce costs in your business with immediate effect.
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Part 3 in our Series of 101 Cost Cutting tips looks at the kitchen, labour costs and the old haunts of bar & restaurant. Apply these tips for increased profitability in your business.
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Do you know what steps to take to increase cash flow and free up stock on hand? Use our six-step plan to reduce your stock holding today.
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There are seven basic rules which need to be adhered to in order to establish a systematic and measurable system to control your costs and budget for profits.
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Trawling the internet, newspapers and estate agents will turn up many opportunities, from ‘bijou wine bar & restaurant for sale’ to ‘large restaurant providing excellent investment opportunity’ – but where do you start?
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10 things to consider when purchasing a POS system  
How many cash registers do you need? What levels of security should you have? Sales control, reporting, after sales service....?
Here are 10 questions you should ask before purchasing a new POS system for your business.
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Theft behind the Bar: How to Limit Losses
Barry Chandler of Inspire Control looks at often undetected actions which can contribute to losses through theft behind the bar.
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Many businesses are currently experiencing reduced revenues and the aim of this article is to focus operators on the important aspects of profit analysis and more importantly to take an “objective” look at costings.
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If you run a busy food or beverage outlet, it is essential that you undertake inventories on a regular basis. This is done for two reasons.

Continuing our 5 part series on 101 ways to reduce costs in the hospitality sector, we bring you Part 2 where we focus on kitchen and bar costs in association with Inspire Control.

 

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