Become a Bartender - The Bar Set-Up 

Yes, good tip David.

Thanks Sargen. Best of luck to you.

Nah, you're the best Rommel. I'm just the guy with the whiskey. Oh, wait, that does make me the best. 😜

Hey Bat, thanks for the message. Happy to take requests. Let me see if I can get something made before your party.

Took awhile Bat, and I know you've probably already planned your party by now, but your video is ready. Hope it helps: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Puo9WFfi2-M.html

Ahhhh yes, the ever so tasty fruit fly garnish.

Hey James. So you know, certifications are worthless when it comes to bartending schools and online courses. Savvy bar managers could care less about a certificate created in a Word document and printed out. This is where bartending schools fool you into thinking their certificates have value. If you haven't watched it yet, I have a video that goes into more depth here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BsD4O7_Qq58.html Best of luck.

This is a great question Amanda. I do not believe in allowing the staff to drink. It's a liability issue and it can reflect bad customer service. With that said, I'm not a prude about it. I've worked in many bars where drinking was allowed. My suggestion there would be to only allow one shot per hour with the limit being up to three shots total. No more. For those who don't really want to drink with the guest but do want the big tip for being so fun, I always made fake shots for them. Fill a shot glass almost to the top with water and put a splash of tea or coke in there and it looks just like Jameson or Crown. Works like a charm and your staff doesn't get wasted.

Alright Anastasia, will do.

It is not a hazard, however in my jurisdiction (based on food code) it is a violation. Must be stored 6” off the ground on a cleanable surface (like a dunnage rack)

have a drinks menu i know for ireland at least its traditionally guinness whiskey and lager that’s sold so cocktails are a new enough thing here, having a drink menu let’s the customer feel confident ordering a drink they may have never tried before also it should have a list of what it contains having a set menu for cocktails allows the bartenders to master those specific drinks and gives better quality also consistency is a big part so having a menu of say 10 drinks allows the bartenders all to make each drink the same every time and keeps consistent quality, try know what the common drinks for your area is and put them on there.

Wow! Really? Do you live in Utah? I have quite a few relatives there.

Dave Allred TheRealBarman no I’m actually all the way down in Tampa Florida, born and raised. Rare last name :D

I get that more than you know.

Yes Connor, Rose's Lime Juice is a staple at most bars.

@@DaveAllredTheRealBarman Hate to break it to ya brother, knew you'd get defensive, but that shit doesnt fly anymore! Fast food bartending is over, except for TGI Fridays and Chiles. Squeeze a lime.

@@josephthepoet2856 With respect, thanks but you aren't sharing any earth-shattering advice. I understand the value of fresh lime juice. We all do, but there are plenty of guest who still want Rose's lime juice in their gimlets and actually request it. Bartenders should give the people what they want, not what they think they should have. It's like a waiter who refuses to serve a well-done filet mignon because he thinks it's wrong. Give the guests what they want, even if it doesn't seem to be what is best for you, or even for most people. Cheers.

@@DaveAllredTheRealBarman No, Ill never use Roses lime juice EVER again. I spent years using that shit. I always give my guests what they want DaveTheRealBarman. Always. That shit should be illegal. Hangover in a bottle CHEERS!

@@josephthepoet2856 looool no wonder you're depressed ur an arse xD