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Bartender Opening Checklist

by Kaitlyn Ambrus, from the Community

20+

Use this bartender opening checklist to organize bar setup before service. Steps cover well preparation, syrups and juices, fruit garnish prep, rimmers and salts, backup par levels, and HACCP tasks like checking dish chemicals and labeling sanitizers. Ensure stations are stocked, polished, and safe so staff can work faster and consistently from the first order.

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