Bar Service

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Work smarter — not Gaul-level yet? Get tools, chats & live Q&As. Ideal for solo ops & hustlers. We’ll guide, nudge, maybe roast. No handouts. All love.

See what other people are saying

  • Gaul and the team helped stabilise shaky operations at two of my venues. Ontop of this, their insight helped me reshape our menu and commercial offerings to better align with the market we were trying to capture. Nothing but great things from our time with them.

    Written April 24, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Gaul and the team are the real deal. No fluff, just straight-up solutions that actually work. They helped me clean up my ops, boost margins, and map out a solid next move. If you’re stuck or scaling, call Gaul — seriously.

    Written April 24, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Have turned to Gaul for a few years on advice for both personal and professional growth. I am stoked with the guidance and results I’ve received from his mentorship and would recommend this to anyone who feels ‘stuck’ and is wanting more.

    Written April 24, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Gaul takes complex operational problems and simplifies them like no other. I’d trust him to take any client, regardless of industry, and make the solutions to their stickiest problems seem simple and obvious!

    Written April 23, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Was struggling with creative side of my business and making the place seem more fun from a consumer looking in. Gaul came up with some great daily promos and events. He also helped with making my place focus on being great at a few things that current and new customers would recognize the venue for....

    Written April 23, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Post covid so many venues where being shut down and mine was about to be next, Gaul helped me through a tricky post covid market in Melbourne which allowed me to keep ownership of my venue, practically saving my life!, He used really innovative and out of the box strategies that I never would have t...

    Written April 22, 2025, 1 minute after purchase

  • I worked for Gaul for the better half of a year at a few different venues and I have never seen a venue be so efficiently and positively run. Gaul managed to fill venues with customers and business even in the off-season. If I had to trust one person with my venue, it would be Gaul!!

    Written April 21, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • After grafting for what felt like a life time, Gaul helped me finally achieve a promotion I feel like i deserved. I met the owner of Gaul when I first moved to Canada and their advice has got me finally enjoying and excelling in my job!

    Written April 21, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

Here's what you'll get

  • The Staff RoomWelcome to the madness. Vent shifts, drop memes, share chaos. You’re one of us now.
  • Roster TalkRoster pain? You’re not alone. Share setups, vent freely, get help. Scheduling therapy.
  • Fix My MenuBloated or weak menu? Drop it here. We’ll roast, rebuild, and chase margins before magic.
  • Numbers & NervesBudgets, P&Ls, mystery sales? Drop your numbers. Brutal, helpful, always confidential.
  • AnnouncementsShare your thoughts and connect with others on topics that matter to you.
  • Gaul & Co. CalendarBook a 1 on 1 call with us through our Calendar Bookings app.

Learn about me

Gaul Soodman@bettercallgaul • Joined Apr 2025

Across 4 continents I’ve scaled venue groups, rebuilt brands, flipped duds into profit hubs, invested, led takeovers, audits, and built teams bar to boardroom. 100% record, try me.

Who this is for

  • The Drowning Business OwnerMaking money but never seeing it. Needs structure, systems, clarity, realistic assessment & projections.
  • The High AchieverProfessionals eager to up-skill, grow in their roles, take strategic steps toward leadership or business ownership.
  • New VenturistsLaunching something new. Wants to avoid old mistakes and build a business that is under control from day one.
  • Hospitality Venues & Food & Beverage GroupsBusinesses in need of high level consultancy aiming to optimise EBITDA, operations, compliance, company culture, HR & more.
  • The Exit-Minded OperatorReady to sell but the business isn’t. Needs cleaner books, higher margin, and an appraisal worth your time.

Pricing

Join Bar Service
$149.00 / month
  • Live Q&A drop-ins with Gaul’s crew
  • Tools to streamline your operations
  • Private chats with other operators
  • Exclusive chats on menus, rosters, budgets
  • Strategy nudges, not hand-holding

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Reviews

  • Gaul and the team helped stabilise shaky operations at two of my venues. Ontop of this, their insight helped me reshape our menu and commercial offerings to better align with the market we were trying to capture. Nothing but great things from our time with them.

    Written April 24, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Gaul and the team are the real deal. No fluff, just straight-up solutions that actually work. They helped me clean up my ops, boost margins, and map out a solid next move. If you’re stuck or scaling, call Gaul — seriously.

    Written April 24, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Have turned to Gaul for a few years on advice for both personal and professional growth. I am stoked with the guidance and results I’ve received from his mentorship and would recommend this to anyone who feels ‘stuck’ and is wanting more.

    Written April 24, 2025, a few seconds after purchase

  • Gaul takes complex operational problems and simplifies them like no other. I’d trust him to take any client, regardless of industry, and make the solutions to their stickiest problems seem simple and obvious!

    Written April 23, 2025, a few seconds after purchase
Bar Service$149.00 / month