Restaurant Business Success

A one-stop start-up guide from an accountant-turned-restaurateur. Ninety percent of all restaurants fail, and those that succeed happened upon that mysterious X factor, right? Wrong! A man of many hats - money-guy, restaurant owner, and restaurant consultant - Roger Fields shows how a restaurant can survive its first year and keep diners coming back for years. Featuring real-life start-up stories (including many of the author's own), this comprehensive how-to walks listeners through the logistics of opening a restaurant: concept, location, menu, staff, and, most important, profit.

The brutal truth? Your restaurant doesn’t have a profit problem—it has a leadership, culture, and execution problem. And no, another menu redesign, discount gimmick, or feel-good team meeting won’t fix it. INGREDIENTS is not your average restaurant business book. Written by Donald Burns, The Restaurant Coach® and creator of the TRC Method™, this no-fluff field manual is for restaurant owners who are done playing small and ready to dominate.

Surprise - you’re in charge now! Steady money and new opportunities awaited as you moved up from server or bartender to front-of-house manager. But too often, restaurant management find themselves leading with minimal training, a ton of responsibilities, and no clue how to improve. You’ve run the Friday night rush, you’ve juggled expectations of staff and guests - but have you figured out how to improve while keeping the restaurant profitable?

The New Restaurant Manager is for new managers who want to avoid the mistakes that most beginning managers make. This refreshing how-to guide is written in a practical, down-to-earth style, like having coffee with your mentor.

This isn't your average restaurant business book. Burns fearlessly dives headfirst into the brutal truth of what's been holding restaurants back from greatness. No more sugar-coating or industry double-speak–it's time for a savage wake-up call!

You have the right to restore a culture of the can-do spirit and enjoy the financial security you and your family deserve. People are destroyed for lack of knowledge. For less than the cost a movie, you can get the knowledge you need to start living your business dreams! FInd out more....

I created this for restaurant owners, operators, and culinary professionals who want a strategy to get the most from themselves and maximize their day. In nearly four decades in the restaurant industry, I have been fortunate to have worked side by side with James Beard Award-winning chefs and restaurateurs. There are patterns to how successful people think and the habits they’ve embraced to get the most from themselves. I am going to share those habits with you in Outstanding Mindset.

QuickBooks for Restaurants: A Bookkeeping and Accounting Guide shows restaurant owners and operators how QuickBooks software can be leveraged for restaurant success. I explain QuickBooks fundamentals including sales tracking, purchasing, bill paying, invoicing, managing day-to-day liabilities, gift certificate tracking, cash management, detailed reporting, and more.

If you own a small business, you will understand this book.

Being a server--well, a good server--is so much more than taking an order and dropping food off at a table. Serving with hospitality can open doors to meaningful interactions with strangers, long-term relationships with regulars, and, ultimately, consistent financial success. If you’re new to the restaurant industry, want to improve your skills, or just curious about how to succeed as a server, look no further. As an eight-year veteran and single mom who has been able to raise two kids on server income alone, you can trust me when I say I know what I’m talking about.

Welcome to the incredible world of the restaurant business, where flavors dance on plates and the aroma of success fills the air. Whether you are an enthusiastic chef yearning to share your culinary creations or a savvy entrepreneur seeking a place in the vibrant food industry, this step-by-step guide is your compass to navigate the thrilling journey from kitchen dreams to dining triumph. In this book, the authors at Restaurant Etc, we will embark on a comprehensive exploration of what it takes to not only survive but thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant business.

Discover how to successfully start a restaurant and produce a steady profit. This book will guide you through all the preparation and steps you need to take to get positive returns within the year. Learn the essentials of starting a business, including how to get funding, how to hire the right people, how to develop a menu as well as what traps to avoid to make sure your restaurant remains successful.

Are you looking to transform your career and achieve long-term success in the hospitality industry? Look no further than this insightful guide that unveils the secrets to unlocking your true potential and maximizing your earnings. In this book, the author, drawing from years of experience in the restaurant industry, shares invaluable wisdom and practical advice tailored specifically for hospitality workers like you. From tips on enhancing productivity to strategies for reducing stress, this book offers a comprehensive roadmap to success. Discover a philosophy that will empower you to ...

Mastering Restaurant Tips: The Ultimate Guide to Boosting Tips for Waiters, Bartenders, and Servers is your go-to manual for increasing your income in the hospitality industry. Packed with proven strategies, customer psychology insights, and actionable techniques, this guide teaches servers, bartenders, and waitstaff how to maximize tips, improve service skills, and build loyal clientele. Whether you're new to the restaurant scene or a seasoned pro, this book will help you elevate your earning potential and stand out in any dining environment.