Question 1

What is a wet bar stocktake?

Accepted Answer

A wet bar stocktake is a detailed audit of your venue’s drink inventory, including beer, spirits, wine, and soft drinks. It compares purchases, sales, and wastage to help you manage costs and improve profitability.

Question 2

What does a dry bar stocktake include?

Accepted Answer

Dry bar stocktakes cover all food, kitchen, and bar snack inventory — giving you full control over your consumables and helping reduce waste or loss.

Question 3

Who needs a wet or dry bar audit?

Accepted Answer

Pubs, bars, restaurants, cafés, clubs, and hotels all benefit from regular wet and dry bar audits to maintain profitability and ensure operational efficiency.

Question 4

How often should wet and dry stocktakes be done?

Accepted Answer

Most venues schedule audits monthly, but higher-volume or multi-site operators may choose bi-weekly stocktakes for tighter control.

Question 5

Are ILTSA stocktakers qualified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ILTSA members are fully qualified through professional exams and training — ensuring the highest standards in hospitality stock auditing.

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