The Bar Business Podcast

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Welcome to the Bar Business Podcast, the go-to resource for bar owners who want to work smarter, not harder. In today's ever-evolving hospitality industry, it's not enough to simply run a bar - you need to be ahead of the game and constantly striving for success. Our host, Chris Schneider, draws on his over twenty years of experience in the industry to bring you valuable insights and practical advice every week. From creating a winning menu and designing a stylish bar, to effective marketing strategies and HR best practices, we've got you covered. Join us on the journey to bar business success and take the first step towards a brighter future for your establishment.

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Economic Insights and Revolutionary Spirits

Jul 03 2024 28 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Discover the financial pulse of the bar and restaurant industry in our latest episode of the Bar Business Podcast with me, Chris Schneider. Learn how top-performing establishments are navigating increased labor, food, and occupancy costs while still maintaining profits. We'll examine the latest Starfish benchmarking data, revealing why non-major city bars and

Money Matters: Navigating Cash Flow Challenges in Bars

Jun 26 2024 32 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Can a bar with great food and service still fail? Absolutely, and today's episode of the Bar Business Podcast reveals why. Join me, your host Chris Schneider, as I share a personal tale about my parents' fine dining restaurant in Indianapolis. Despite the glowing reviews and stellar reputation, their venture ultimately failed, underscoring the critical import

Staff Well-Being and Sustainable Spirits with Tim Etherington-Judge

Jun 19 2024 92 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Discover the untold challenges and triumphs within the bar industry as we chat with Tim Etherington-Judge, the innovative mind behind Healthy Hospo and Avallen spirits. From Cornwall to his global stints in New Zealand, India, and Africa, Tim's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Our conversation sheds light on his unwavering commitment to mental health, e

Myth-Busting Bar Failures: Realistic Stats and Profitability Insights

Jun 12 2024 34 mins  
Send us a Text Message.What if the failure rate statistics you've been hearing about the bar industry are all wrong? Join me, Chris Schneider, on this week's Bar Business Podcast as we dispel some of the most pervasive myths that have been haunting bar owners for years. We start by dissecting the oft-quoted but unsubstantiated claim that 80% of bars fail within five years. Leveragi

Discovering Hospitality DNA with Dave Nitzel

Jun 05 2024 56 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Join us in this captivating episode as we host Dave Nitzel of Dave and Dave, Hospitality and Barmetrix. Dave shares his journey from working with giants like UPS and Office Depot to acquiring Barmetrix franchises and co-authoring the books The Bar Shift and Hospitality DNA. Dave opens up about his challenges and the rewarding moments he experienced while crea

Revolutionizing Bar Profitability with AI: Inside Starfish's Analytics with Jordan Silverman

May 29 2024 35 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how you could transform your bar or restaurant's finances with minimal effort? This week on the Bar Business Podcast, we sit down with Jordan Silverman of Starfish, an AI-driven analytic and benchmarking platform that's disrupting the industry. Learn how this innovative platform fills a crucial gap in the market, providing bar and restaurant own

Fine-Tuning Your Bar's Performance with Strategic Metrics Analysis

May 22 2024 36 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how the pros turn a good bar into a great one? Unlock the secret sauce as we dissect Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that will revolutionize your bar's performance. In our latest podcast episode, I walk you through identifying and leveraging the four critical types of KPIs—quality, delivery, productivity, and inventory. Each category acts as

Tales of the Till Perfecting Bar Cash Handling Techniques

May 15 2024 38 mins  
Send us a Text Message.This episode peels back the curtain on the vital role of cash management in the bar industry, a lesson in finance that might just save your business from the perils of poor oversight. I'll walk you through the undeniable benefits of accepting cash—think zero transaction fees and immediate fund access—and share the tricks of the trade that keep your cash f

Time Mastery for Bar Owners: Advance Planning and the Power of Prioritization

May 08 2024 35 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Picture this: You're closing up the bar after another hectic day, already dreading tomorrow's to-do list. What if I told you that with a few clever tweaks to your routine, you could greet the dawn with confidence instead of chaos? Today, we peel back the curtain on the art of advance planning to help prioritize your daily tasks.Now, let's talk pressing priori

Shelf Smarts: Secrets to Successful Bar Inventory Management

Apr 24 2024 35 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered why your bar's profits might be pouring down the drain? The answer could lie in the nuanced world of inventory management, which we're cracking open in this week's Bar Business Podcast. I'm Chris Schneider, and I'm here to walk you through the must-know strategies to keep your stock in check and your financials on point. We tackle the importance