rate of pay around the country.

[alanross]

bryant,
Your specifics are exactly why it's almost impossible to compare rates around the country. Not only is every area unique, but each situation is unique.

My comments are always meant to be taken in the general sense. You obviously have a good relationship with this club owner and you are the only one who knows best if what he is offering is acceptable. You know the area and what the area will support, you know the competition and you seem to have a good grasp of the flow of human traffic through the bars in the different seasons. This is the crucial information that I recommend everyone investigates in their area and specific venues before haggling over price.

It would be wrong for me to give you my opinion of whether this fellow's offer is acceptable. You are the person who is there. You are the one interacting with him and you can "read" him far better than I. Go with your gut and you will be fine.

- Alan