A lot of people think you need years of bar experience to open or run a successful bar.

That assumption keeps a lot of people stuck or broke.

Today, I’m talking with Zach Yurchuck of Truck & Tap, who helped build a profitable, multi-location neighborhood bar brand without coming from the bar industry.

We get into why smaller bars often outperform big ones, why hiring for personality beats hiring for experience, and how clear systems make both staff and guests happier.

If you run a bar, want to open one, or are trying to grow without burning out your team, this episode will give you perspective you can actually apply.

📧 Connect with Zach Yurchuck
zach@truckandtap.com

🍺 Truck & Tap Website
https://truckandtap.com

🍻 TAPS @ PH’EAST
https://tapsatpheast.com

📍 PH’EAST at The Battery Atlanta
https://pheastatl.com

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell".
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

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You can have a packed bar, a full staff, and still wonder why the profits aren’t there.

The truth is, most owners mistake busy for profitable.

The real problem isn’t effort, it’s not knowing which hours actually make money and which ones just look good on paper.

In this episode, I break down a simple daily check that shows you exactly when your bar makes money and when it doesn’t.

You’ll learn how to spot your most profitable dayparts, see where labor is quietly eating your margins, and make smarter decisions about hours, staffing, and specials.

It’s not complicated, just clear, quick, and powerful once you see the numbers the right way.

By the end, you’ll stop guessing and start managing your bar with real confidence, knowing exactly when the business is working for you.

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell".
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

Are you struggling to balance menu complexity with profitability in your bar? Discover the surprising insights that could transform your business strategy.

In this episode of Party of Six, Chris, Dave, and Cliff dive deep into the intricacies of menu design, inventory management, and pricing strategies. Learn how industry leaders use simple menus to maximize margins and minimize waste, and why most bars fail to control inventory effectively.

Imagine running a bar where your menu not only delights customers but also boosts your bottom line. With expert tips on seasonal menu adjustments, strategic supplier partnerships, and effective staff training, you can achieve operational excellence and financial success.

Tune in now to uncover actionable strategies that will help you streamline your operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and increase your profits. Don't miss out on the opportunity to elevate your bar's performance!

Key Topics:
- Balancing menu complexity with guest experience
- Pricing strategies that drive revenue and profitability
- Inventory management techniques to control costs
- Showcasing premium spirits effectively
- Seasonal menu adjustments and leveraging back stock
-Staff training for consistency and customer satisfaction

Connect with Us:
Chris Schneider – https://barbusinesscoach.com/
Dave Nitzel – https://daveanddave.co/
Cliff Crider – https://truckandtap.com/

Resources & Links:
Stinger Compliance – ID verification and bar safety solutions - https://www.stingercompliance.com/
Quickspec – Data-driven dashboard for POS and financial analytics - https://www.quixspec.com/
Book: Hospitality DNA – Insights on building a resilient hospitality operation - https://www.amazon.com/dp/195984086X/
Book: The Bar Shift – Practical strategies for bar management and profitability - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1987562216
Book: How to Make Top Shelf Profits in the Bar Business - 75 Lessons on Bar Ownership - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5BMKDJN/

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell".
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

Bars aren’t losing money on non-alcoholic drinks.

They’re losing money by misunderstanding them.

As guest behavior shifts toward functional, botanical, and alcohol-free options, the bars winning right now aren’t guessing, they’re following the math.

In this episode, I break down why non-alcoholic drinks can match or exceed cocktail margins, how pricing psychology has changed, and what happens when you treat this category like a system instead of a patch.

If your menu hasn’t evolved with how people actually choose drinks now, this episode explains what changed.

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell".
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

Why does every “quick update” from your manager turn into a 20-minute conversation?

Most bar owners don’t realize how much vague communication is slowing decisions, increasing burnout, and keeping them stuck in the weeds instead of running the business.

In this episode, I walk through the 1-3-1 Rule, a three-minute update format that forces clarity, speeds up decision-making, and trains managers to think in solutions.

If you’re tired of chasing details and want your team to communicate like leaders, this episode makes the fix simple.

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell".
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

A lot of people in hospitality end up managing without ever being taught how to manage.

You’re good at the job, you get promoted, and suddenly you’re responsible for people, numbers, and decisions you were never trained for.

Today, I’m talking with Andrew Roy, who worked his way up from the floor to running a high-level operation.

We get into what most management training misses, where new managers struggle, and what actually helps people grow into the role.

If you manage a bar or restaurant or you’re thinking about stepping into leadership, this episode will give you practical perspective you can use right away.

🍷 Serves You Right Podcast Website
https://servesyourightpod.com

🍺 Connect with Andrew Roy (Facebook)
https://www.facebook.com/andrew.d.roy

📸 Follow Andrew on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/andrewd.roy/

▶️ Watch Serves You Right on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@Servesyouright

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell".
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

Why does your bar show up on Google, but not when someone asks ChatGPT where to go for a drink?

That’s happening more than you think, and it’s costing bars real customers. People haven’t stopped searching, they’ve just started asking AI instead, and AI looks at your business differently than Google does.

In this episode, I break down how local search actually works now and why bars that only focus on SEO are getting skipped.

If you want your bar showing up where people are actually asking, this episode will make the shift clear.

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my book "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!"
Learn 75+ strategies to run it more profitably
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

Join us as we celebrate the 200th episode of the Bar Business Podcast, a journey shaped by the insights of our fantastic guests and your support as listeners.

We reflect on the meaningful contributions from industry leaders and the evolution of the bar industry, as we revisit key episodes and the wisdom shared by our guests.

We acknowledge the community's role in the podcast's growth and outline plans for future episodes, focusing on delivering practical advice and embracing technology in bar operations.

Join us in this ongoing journey by sharing your experiences and staying connected with the Bar Business Podcast. Subscribe to continue receiving valuable insights and updates.

🔴 Learn More: 🔴

📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan?
Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session

🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture?
Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now
→ https://barbusinesspodcast.com

📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business
→ https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation

🚀 Snag my book "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!"
Learn 75+ strategies to run it more profitably
→ https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/

Our Partners:

QuixSpec Bar and Restaurant Intelligence
Business intelligence that actually works! Make confident, data-driven decisions that directly impact your bottom line.
https://www.quixspec.com

Dining Alliance
Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program.
https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant