Bar Equipment Checklist

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Introduction

Our Bar Equipment Checklist is designed to help you set up a fully functional bar with all the necessary items for smooth operations. From essential equipment like blenders and POS systems to glassware and basic liquors, this template covers everything you need to create an inviting atmosphere. By clicking Save, you can customize the checklist to fit your specific needs using our Checklist App. Enjoy the convenience of syncing tasks across devices, collaborating with team members, and ensuring your bar is always well-stocked and organized.

Save all 53 items, or select only the ones you need.

All 53 items included
  • Equipment
  • POS System
  • Bar stools
  • TV System
  • Music System
  • Ice bin
  • Ice Scoop (never leave scoop in the bin)
  • Liquor well
  • Blenders
  • Frozen drink machine
  • Soda gun
  • Cocktail shakers and strainers
  • Speed bottles
  • Pour tops
  • Garnish bins
  • Glass racks
  • Corkscrews
  • Bottle opener
  • Paring knives
  • Cutting boards
  • Glass mats
  • Ice buckets- marked for 'Ice Only'
  • Washing racks
  • Hand sink
  • Soap/ sanitizer dispenser
  • Paper towel dispenser
  • Sanitizer buckets
  • Cleaning rags
  • Rubber floor mats
  • Coolers & Refrigeration
  • Reach in cooler
  • Wine Cooler
  • Keg storage
  • Beer taps
  • Glycol system
  • Glasses
  • Wine glasses
  • Jiggers
  • Shot glasses
  • Pilsner glasses
  • Pint glasses
  • Champagne glasses
  • Martini glasses
  • Brandy snifters
  • Highball glasses
  • Basic Liquors
  • Vodka
  • Gin
  • Tequila
  • Whiskey
  • Scotch
  • Bourbon
  • Rum

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Presented by:

Jake R Brady

Jake R Brady

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Who it's for

This Bar Equipment Checklist is for teams that want consistent execution, less rework, and clear ownership.

  • Standardize quality - run the same Bar Equipment steps every time, regardless of who executes
  • Save time - reuse a proven Bar Equipment workflow instead of rebuilding processes from scratch
  • Improve accountability - assign owners and see what's done vs. what's pending
  • Onboard faster - use the Bar Equipment checklist as the SOP and training guide
  • Coordinate across roles - handoffs are clear and everyone works from the same source of truth

How to use it

How to use this Bar Equipment Checklist:

  1. Start by saving it - save as a Template if you'll reuse it, or as a Checklist if it's a one-off project.
  2. Customize it once for your workflow - remove what doesn't apply and add your team-specific steps.
  3. Assign ownership and execute - set owners/due dates where needed and track completion as work happens.
  4. Reuse without rebuilding - when Bar Equipment comes up again, start from your saved version and run it with clear ownership.

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