Bartenders Cody Budua from StarBar on West 6th and Ashley Haas from Bungalow on Rainey Street talk about:
- How and why they started bartending,
- The bartender’s life,
- Their pet-peeves as bartenders along with stories,
- Bartending techniques,
- Tips on how to get a hook at the bar,
- Male bartender vs female bartender
Quotes from the show:
“You need to have your order ready.” – Ashley
“It’s the service industry. It’s about service. That’s what sets you apart. It’s good service.” – Cody
Ashley: + Ignite Fitnez
Cody: + Bloodfest Rugby Tournament 2015
Be sure to go visit them at these bars and most importantly:
ALWAYS TAKE CARE OF YOUR BARTENDERS! (and they will take care of you).
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Cody Budua it was DJ Mike Swing that started Sunday Funday at Union Park,not Sid.Good interview though!
Thx for listening. Please share.
ah, yes. My bad. Thanks for the correction Randy Djqd Mcgraw