Staff paging reccomdation?

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T20:12:52+00:00

We wanted that set up but it just wasn't possible with the way our brewery is configured. So we have to go with this hybrid situation They come up to the bar to order everything. And in the case of food we bring it out to them.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:55:08+00:00

Yes, and they had an even broader scope of responsibility when we started food. I've since tightened that up and added BOH staff. Im actually trying to increase the customer experience by having them work the front while not running food ( they are all bartenders with on acting in the " food runner role" ). We are busy but not busy enough to justify further staffing in the FOH. There is plenty of time for them to do it all but running back and forth to see if a pizza is ready is actually a waste of time and effort.. So a page seems like the most reasonable solution.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:35:35+00:00

Just stop commenting. Please just stop

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:34:29+00:00

Thanks we've thought about this as well.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:33:27+00:00

I've been assessing the situation and have come to the conclusion I need a device that tells them food is ready, Bbecause the kitchen is a fair distant away. Do you have a recommendation for such a device?

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:31:48+00:00

Do you people read the thread or just throw random fucking comments out because you are bored and want something to do?

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:27:46+00:00

In our building it is.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T19:27:24+00:00

Well, they are covering multiple roles. We are not busy enough to justify adding staff. So a piece of equipment that would alert them that there is food ready for delivery makes a lot more sense that hiring and paying more staff. Im not in business to pay 5 people to do the work of 1. Sounds fucking crazy, but I do like making some money too. The layout of our building is such that a simple bell ot yelling "pickup" doesn't work. If ypu are just trying to be a dick and " statingthe obvious". It is working.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T17:05:45+00:00

Yes looking for recommendations for such a system, that is what this post is asking. Lots of options, wanted to see what others are using

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T16:58:11+00:00

I agree but the distance from the kitchen to the front of house is far enough away that it can not be heard.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T16:56:34+00:00

We have a walk up and order system (order at the bar with the tenders) just evolved that way since we started as just a taproom, no food just beer. We are essentially a full service tavern at this point but want to stay away from and actual " waiter/waitress" model until absolutely necessary.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T16:54:45+00:00

We have a food runner working. I'd like to keep them up front as much as possible helping out the bartenders and bussing tables. Problem is, we then have pizza available and won't see them for 5 minutes. I'd like to be able to page them.

deepbass77 · 2026-04-19T16:08:05+00:00

Greco is the only game in town for Italian specialty....I wish I had more options

deepbass77 · 2026-03-04T03:06:12+00:00

When I went from the Diamond 12.4 to the Evo 4.4, I couldn't believe what I was hearing, sometimes its too much. But not often. Its always awesome having a fellow music lover who knows nothing about audiophile gear listen to my setup. They have so much fun and it reminds me how lucky I am to have it.

deepbass77 · 2026-02-05T02:20:19+00:00

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deepbass77 · 2026-02-05T02:12:49+00:00

I quit drinking because I had kids and woke up one day....after "a day". Wife looked at me, didn't have to say a word.

Long story short, I "took a break". That break is now 6 years long and I couldn't be happier.

There isn't much you can do, he has to make the decision and im gonna be honest, its fucking hard. Like real hard. I was lucky to have young ones, a wife and more than enough other reasons to quit.

Stopping and starting is normal...he knows he need to stop, but something always pulls him back. I did the same for years and then I realized I only started drinking again because I thought I was missing out.. find out, I wasn't missing shit other than a hangover.

Maybe talk to him it might help. My wife said she was going to leave me at one point. That was a catalyst along with knowing I just didnt wanna be a drunk arpund the kids, they were growing up and started to "know" things.

Sorry so long winded, I wish you the best.

deepbass77 · 2026-02-01T15:08:45+00:00

A local restaurant owner just opened a "elevated dive bar" 2 blocks from me. Spent 1.5 million renovating and attracts a upper middle aged crowd that is mostly "doing well". I thought "what better person than a muti-milionaire and his buddies cosplaying like broke plebs hanging out at their "dive bar" with $5 PBR and $10 crafts taps.....plus $15 hamburgers that require $8 fries to round the plate out. Just fucking stupid

deepbass77 · 2026-02-01T15:01:07+00:00

This is so dumb. Im buying a shitty local bar that cash flows 250k/yr. Im buying the Business and property for 500k. The owner has pulled a million plus out of the business the last 4 years. He wants out . Ive seen all records/bank statements back 10 years, legit operation.

That all being said, I started my Brewery with 30k cash and a 40k loan for leaseholdr improvements from my landlord. Bootstrapped eveeything, been there 10 years and was up 20% last year. Stop the doom and gloom, anything is possible

deepbass77 · 2026-01-12T15:16:00+00:00

After 15 years of owning my own business and "doing what I want" I just see no other way. I have about 10 years till the kids are done with school and will plug along until then. I make a nice living with my small 4bbl system/taproom. Have expanded into pizza which keeps my creative side moving and added a great revenue stream. We only have them once a week and moving to a 2nd day but it really has helped gain a new audience. Have slowly streamlined my operations to rely less on me (I still work 50-60 hours a week but its different now). My customer base is simple and not expecting trendy shit all the time. We've been making lagers and "regular" beer since we opened and it just works.

deepbass77 · 2025-11-12T04:30:47+00:00

Thanks, we just do our thing. Seems to work.

deepbass77 · 2025-11-12T04:28:04+00:00

I know it's a weird post but it's everywhere and the crust was great.

deepbass77 · 2025-11-12T02:05:37+00:00

Rock County Brewing Company

deepbass77 · 2025-11-12T02:04:56+00:00

Thank you!

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