Hosted by Tom Alley · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 56 episodes
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If you're in the Bar, Restaurant, or Entertainment Industries, this podcast is for you! The Bar Stars Happy Hour Podcast is for bar people, by bar people. This podcast is your personal happy hour, and will provide you with a well-deserved break from the day-to-day grind. The service and hospitality industries are hard work, and it is not for everyone. We have everything from educational episodes to interviews from Industry professionals from all over the world and we share stories, tips, tricks, and have a lot of fun along the way. Anything can happen at Happy Hour! Cheers!
Tom Alley hosts Bar Stars Happy Hour, a society show with 56 episodes published.
Bar lingo can feel like its own secret dialect, but mastering it can transform the way bartenders, servers, and even guests navigate a night out. In this episode, Tom breaks down the essential terms, phrases, and bits of
It's time to level up. In this episode, Tom covers the essential traits and behaviors that all great bartenders have in common. If you learn these, you will no doubt be well on your way to becoming a Bar Star. There are
In this episode, Tom covers ten things that bartenders wished that guests knew when they're at the bar or restaurant from a bartender, or servers, point of view. Topics covered such as the importance of ice, trying to ge
Ashlee Gambino is a wife, a mother, former professional boxer, and MMA fighter. Her ascending career was impacted by a terminal disease that has left her fighting for her life. In this episode we discuss what lead her fr
Chris Cardone is a Restaurant and Bar consultant, Healthy lifestyle coach, public speaker, and the Diageo World Class 2017 Bartender of the Year. Chris has exploded in the world of mocktails and brand education, ensuring
There's nothing more important in the Bar and Restaurant industry than repeat guests. This episode outlines how to exceed expectations and achieve this with proper training, and outlines ten proven steps of service guide
You can't become a star behind the bar without knowing the basics first. In this episode, I'm taking you back to the basics of bartending with types of glassware, cocktail techiques, components of a cocktail, types of co
Shaun is a bartender that has worked at some of the most popular places in Las Vegas. Most notably, the world-famous Carnival Court and Circa Hotel and Casino. Shaun has decided to walk out from behind the bar and pursue
It's the age old debate, are you a bartender or do you consider yourself a mixologist? In this episode, Tom discusses what sets one apart from the other, the mentality of both, and he gives you his position on what he wi
Work culture is one of the most important aspects of success in the Food and Beverage Industry. In this Happy Hour, Tom talks about the importance of a healthy work environment and how to assess if it's in need of a chan
In this episode, Tom discusses the many differences between a boss, and a leader. Being a boss, or manager is one thing, but leadership is an acquired skill. He details 10 differences between the two, things to watch for
If you want to be a Bar Star, one of the first things you'll need is a job! This episode covers the all important job interview. Tom goes over some interviewer questions you may be asked, how to present yourself in the b
On this episode, Tom does a deep dive into the world of Rum. It's origins as we know them, different types, multiple nicknames, and how it's made. Tom gives you his three favorite Rums to drink, and his favorite Rum cock
How important is the drink menu? Some may say, Very! In this episode Tom talks the importance of having a cocktail menu, why size (of the menu) does matter, and why it's crucial to know how much everything costs in order
On this educational episode, Tom talks the difference between stirring vs. shaking cocktails, and when to do each. What are the proper steps to do both? What are the reasons to do each based on the specific cocktail you’
Enjoy the conclusion of this two part episode with the master mixologist, Livio Lauro! We pick up where we left off with his very interesting, and well thought out answers to Fill The Seats. We also get an exclusive on w
We are honored to spend some time with Master Mixologist, author, educator, and so much more, Livio Lauro. In one of our most captivating interviews, he opens up about his life, his passions, his drive, and the need to c
In this weeks episode we talk with Ivan Grant. Ivan works at the long bar at The D Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, and has been a big part of the image that is The D. We discuss his long battle with Covid, his viral beer
In one of our most interesting Happy Hours, we talk to former circus performer turned flair bartender, Aaron Pierce. We begin with his life from an early age in the Big Apple Circus with his family, all the way to barten
In this Happy hour, we talk with CEO and Founder of Dress The Drink, Cindy McClure. Dress The Drink is the leading manufacturer of gourmet beverage and food garnishes. It's all natural, with the finest ingredients, nose,
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