Crafting Profitable Bar Programs: Ben Potts on the Secrets to Hospitality Success

Restaurant Leaders Unplugged

12/10/24 • 37 min

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What makes a profitable and unforgettable bar program? In this episode of Restaurant Leaders Unplugged, I sit down with Ben Potts, co-founder of Unfiltered Hospitality and co-owner of The Sylvester in Miami. Ben’s journey is a masterclass in persistence and innovation, from starting as a bar back to becoming one of the most sought-after beverage program consultants in the industry.

We dive into:

How Unfiltered Hospitality helps restaurants build profitable, guest-focused bar programs.
The key metrics every restaurant owner should track for bar success.
How to recruit and train a bar team that shares your vision and values.
Why creative cocktails and efficient systems go hand-in-hand in today’s market.
The trends shaping the future of bars, from performative elements to multisensory experiences.

Whether you're a restaurant owner, a budding bartender, or a seasoned operator, this episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your hospitality game.

Connect with our guest:
Social Media: @benbenpottspotts
Website: www.unfilteredhospo.com

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12/10/24 • 37 min

Restaurant Leaders Unplugged - Crafting Profitable Bar Programs: Ben Potts on the Secrets to Hospitality Success

Transcript

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If you think you know everything, you're never going to learn anything. And if you are open to learning, there's so much out there. I mean, I don't even have the time to keep up with everything that's going on.

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And it's fascinating. The things that people are doing are just so amazing. And if you open yourself up to it, you will have an amazing, thriving career and you'll go very far.

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