Title: Running a Bar For Dummies (For Dummies (Business & Personal Finance))
Description: Have you ever thought of owning your own bar? Did you ever stumble into an overpriced watering hole and think how much better it could be if you ran the place? Or maybe you walked into your dream bar and realized that running one was the dream job you've always wanted?   With Running a Bar for Dummies, you can live your dream of operating your own establishment. This hands-on guide shows you how to maintain a successful bar, manage the business aspect of it, and stake your place in your town's nightlife. It provides informative tips on:      Understanding the business and laws of owning a bar    Developing a business plan    Creating a menu, choosing decor, and establishing a theme    Stocking up on equipment    Choosing and dealing with employees    Handling tough customers    Controlling expenses, managing inventory, and controlling cash flow    Getting the word out about your place    Preparing for your grand opening, step-by-step     This guide cues you in on how to keep your bar safe and clean, making sure everyone is having fun. It warns you about the pitfalls and no-nos that every owner should avoid. There are also helpful resources, such as contact information for State Alcohol Control Boards and Web sites with valuable information.
Subjects: Business, Nonfiction, Bars (drinking establishments), management