The Ultimate Bartender Shift Closing Checklist & Math Guide

A step-by-step closing routine for bartenders to streamline drawer counts, inventory checks, and end-of-night tip splits.

A clean close saves hours of morning-shift headaches. Your nightly routine should cover drawer reconciliation, stock restocking, and final tip pooling.

Avoid late-night disputes by running your final tip numbers through a verified calculator before locking up the bar.

Streamline your nightly close with TipOut's instant mobile calculator.