Manage and Grow
By Lorri Mealey, About.com Guide to Restauranting
Getting a new restaurant off the ground is just the first step toward success. One of the reasons for the high failure rate of new restaurants is lack of planning. Knowing how to manage a restaurant's finances, day to day problems, customer service and training staff are all part of managing and helping your new restaurant to grow.
- How Manage Restaurant Finances
- How to Market Your Restaurant
- Restaurant Menus
- Customer Service
- Restaurant Resources
How Manage Restaurant Finances
Money is always an issue for restaurants. There never seems to be enough of it. The key to managing finances in a restaurant is knowing how to spend and where. It is also important to know what to do when problems arise, to keep them from escalating.
- Track Sales with a POS System
- How to Read an Income Statement
- 10 Ways Restaurants Can Save Money
- How to Estimate Restaurant Sales
- How to Prevent Employee Theft
How to Market Your Restaurant
Advertising is crucial for any new restaurant. However, not all advertising methods are created equal, or cheap for that matter. Try some savvy marketing ideas that will bring in business without breaking the bank.
- How to Turn Servers Into Salespeople
- Month by Month Advertising Guide
- Restaurant Promotion: Wine Tasting
Restaurant Menus
The menu sets the tone for the restaurant. It is why people keep coming back. However, creating a restaurant menu involves a lot of work and research. Before you begin writing your menu, you must have a definite concept in mind, as well as a general price range. Finally, the look and layout of your menu is just as important as what it says.
- How to Price a Restaurant Menu
- What to Skip on Your Restaurant Menu
- When to Use Market Price
- Sample Kid's Menu
- How to Reduce Food Spoilage
Customer Service
Good food will lure customers into your restaurant, while good service keeps them coming back. In a business where the customer is always right, how you handle customer complaints, appreciation and promotions is important for return business.
- How to Show Customer Appreciation
- How to Handle Customer Complaints
- How to Deal With Drunk Customers
- How to Hire Great Staff
- How to be a Kid Friendly Restaurant
Restaurant Resources
There are many books, television shows, magazine and websites available to help restaurant owners manage day-to-day operations. There is advice on everything from updating the menu to going green at your restaurant.
