Stock Variance Explained: What the Gap Between Your Books and Your Bar Is Telling You
Every stocktake produces one number that matters more than most: the variance. It’s the gap between the stock you should have and the stock we actually count. Understanding it is the first step to controlling it. How variance is worked out Start with opening stock, add everything you bought, then take away what your till […]
The FIFO Method of Stock Control
The first in and first out method, also known as the FIFO method, is essential for good stock management. By using this method in the catering industry you are reducing the risk of wastage through short date, out of date or expired stock.
Why Is A Regular Bar Stocktake Important?
In this blog post we look at why regular bar stocktaking is important. We know that bar owners tend to work late into the night and the last thing they want to do at the end of a busy shift is a bar stocktake. However a regular bar stocktake is important. In this blog […]
How To Create The Perfect Wine List For Your Pub
If you are not a wine drinker or big wine fan yourself it can be tricky to create the perfect wine list for your pub. There are so many different wines at different price ranges out there. How can you make sure you have created the perfect wine list? Of course you could just copy […]