When Hereford FC was formed a decision was taken to out-source the running of the bars and hospitality. In return the club received a 'fee' from the provider.
Whilst this may have been the correct policy at the time, questions were asked at several AGM's about the decision. Director George Webb felt it was better to have a fee than have the club run the hospitality partly because it was uncertain just how much income it would bring in.
There was also the problem with bringing in part-time staff just for a few hours on a Saturday.
That policy is to change.
Rob Crawford is the director in charge of operations at Hereford.
"Six seasons have now passed, and we feel that now is the correct time to bring control of the bars and hospitality rooms in-house. We believe that this will enable us to offer a more fan-centered approach and help to make Edgar Street a 7-day-a-week venue.
“The revenue from the bars will also play a vital role in helping us to provide Josh with as strong a playing budget as possible, and we hope that with the knowledge that every penny spent over the bars will go towards helping the football club continue to grow, even more fans will make use of the facilities, both on a matchday and during the week.
“We will shortly be advertising for a Bar Manager who will be responsible for not only the managing of the matchday bars, but they will also be tasked with helping to make Edgar Street a multi-use venue for functions, meetings, parties or a catch-up with your mates whilst watching the football!"
James Smith, who ran the bars for several years, has agreed to help the club make the change.
More at: https://www.herefordfc.co.uk/news-bars-and-hospitality-to-be-run-in-house/