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85. The Art and Science Behind Staffing New Coffee Locations
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SUMMARY:
In this lively episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, Aaron and Ben dive into the art of staffing for new coffee shop locations, sharing hard-earned lessons from opening dozens of stores. With spring bringing a wave of grand openings for their clients, the duo explores how to build a winning team for a new location. They discuss the importance of balancing veteran and new baristas (aiming for at least a 50/50 split), assessing a location’s traffic potential, and avoiding the costly mistake of gutting profitable stores to staff new ones. From crafting ascension plans for assistant managers to ensuring high-volume shops have seasoned leaders, Aaron and Ben offer practical strategies to set up new locations for success while protecting existing cash cows. Packed with actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for coffee entrepreneurs planning new openings or refining their staffing strategy. Visit myfirstdrivethru.coffee for a free masterclass on launching new locations, and connect with Aaron and Ben on social media for tailored insights to fuel your coffee business growth. Tune in for a blend of humor, wisdom, and operational expertise! Minute by Minute:0:00 Introduction
3:08 Not everything has to fall on you
5:16 Let’s think differently about starting a new location
7:03 The magic behind a good location hiring
12:00 Veteran to brand new barista ratio
16:47 Having a training system for assistant managers
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