Wedding Bar Setup Checklist
Cocktails and Cheers: Crafting the Perfect Wedding Bar
Elevate your wedding reception with this checklist, ensuring your bar setup is not just a refreshment station but a stylish focal point, offering an array of delightful beverages for your guests.
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Date: July 4, 2050
Preparation Phase
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Define the number of guests attending the wedding
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Choose beverages according to the preferences of guests and couple
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Ensure the wedding venue permits your chosen bar set-up
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Consider legal requirements and licenses needed for serving alcohol
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Plan for designated drivers or transportation for guests if needed
Equipment and Supplies
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Purchase or rent necessary bar equipment (e.g. glassware, ice buckets)
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Arrange for delivery of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
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Stock up on necessary supplies such as napkins, straws, and coasters
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Prepare a bar layout that enables smooth operation
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Ensure enough coolers and refrigeration for chilling beverages are available
Staffing
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Hire experienced bartenders and bar hands
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Arrange necessary training for staff about menu and serving etiquette
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Prepare a staff schedule for the wedding day
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Implement a system for dealing with intoxicated guests
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Ensure all staff know their role and responsibilities on the wedding day
On the Day of the Wedding
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Arrange the bar setup early before guests arrive
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Check that all equipment and supplies are ready and clean
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Double-check cooling and refrigeration systems
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Ensure staff are prepared and aware of their responsibilities
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Offer guests a memorable bar experience