Business Set Up

Start Your Pub Business the Right Way

Opening or taking over a pub is an exciting opportunity — but success depends on getting the foundations right from day one.

The Business Set Up course from Pub Coach gives new and aspiring pub operators the practical knowledge they need to establish their business correctly, stay compliant, and avoid costly mistakes.

Delivered by industry professionals with decades of real-world experience, this one-day workshop provides clear guidance on the legal, operational and structural decisions that every pub operator must understand.

Whether you're about to take on your first pub or want to strengthen your business foundations, this course will help you start with confidence.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for:

• New or soon-to-be pub operators
• Tenants or lessees preparing to take on a pub
• Independent pub owners wanting to strengthen their business structure
• Anyone entering the pub trade who wants to understand how to run their pub properly from the start 

What You’ll Learn

Understanding the Pubs Code & Your Tenancy Agreement

We explain the Pubs Code 2016 in clear, practical terms so you understand how it affects your business.

You’ll learn how to read your tenancy agreement confidently and understand your rights and responsibilities as a pub operator.

Choosing the Right Business Structure

Should you operate as a sole trader, partnership or limited company?

We explain the advantages, disadvantages and implications of each structure so you can choose the option that best supports your goals and protects your business.

Food Business Compliance

Running food in a pub requires meeting specific legal standards.

You’ll understand what is required for:

• Food hygiene compliance
• Allergen information
• Local authority registration
• Safe food service practices
• We make compliance clear, practical and easy to manage.

Building Your Pub Team

Great pubs are built by great teams.

This section covers the essentials of: 

• Recruiting the right staff
• Employment basics and contracts
• Training and development
• Creating a positive working environment  

Course Outcome

By the end of this course, you will:

Understand how to structure and set up your pub business correctly

Be confident reading tenancy agreements and understanding the Pubs Code
Know the legal and operational requirements for running a compliant pub
Have the knowledge to build and manage a strong pub team
Be ready to start your pub business with the right foundations in place

This course ensures you begin your journey as a pub operator prepared, confident and professionally structured

Ready to Start Your Pub Business with Confidence?

Get the foundations right from day one with the Business Set Up course from Pub Coach.

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