From Starbucks to Bar Consulting—How Casey Carr Built a Career on Systems, Creativity, and a Little Chaos

On this episode of The Walk-In Club Podcast, we sit down with Casey Carr, who went from slinging coffee to becoming a respected bar consultant, opening over nine bars and helping shape the next generation of hospitality professionals. 

We explore:

🍺 How he started at Starbucks to his transition to BJ’s, formerly PJ's - learning to love systems in corporate restaurant culture🔥 The "trial by fire" approach to learning and why being charismatically stupid is a secret weapon🏗️ What it takes to build a successful bar program—from menu pricing to staff education🏠 Why the concept of a third home is crucial to the future of hospitality

Casey breaks down the real work behind bar consulting (spoiler: it’s not as glamorous as it sounds) and shares what every bar owner should know before bringing in a consultant. Whether you’re a bartender, a bar owner, or just someone who loves a great cocktail, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and hard-earned wisdom.

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