Running a Restaurant For Dummies

by Michael Garvey, Andrew G. Dismore, Heather H. Dismore

The easy way to successfully run a profitable restaurant

Millions of Americans dream of owning and running their own restaurant — because they want to be their own boss, because their cooking always draws raves, or just because they love food. Running a Restaurant For Dummies covers every aspect of getting started for aspiring restaurateurs. From setting up a business plan and finding financing, to designing a menu and dining room, you'll find all the advice you need to start and run a successful restaurant.

Even if you don't know anything about cooking or running a business, you might still have a great idea for a restaurant — and this handy guide will show you how to make your dream a reality. If you already own a restaurant, but want to see it get more successful, Running a Restaurant For Dummies offers unbeatable tips and advice for bringing in hungry customers. From start to finish, you'll learn everything you need to know to succeed.

New information on designing, re-designing, and equipping a restaurant with all the essentials—from the back of the house to the front of the house Determining whether to rent or buy restaurant property Updated information on setting up a bar and managing the wine list Profitable pointers on improving the bottom line The latest and greatest marketing and publicity options in a social-media world Managing and retaining key staff New and updated information on menu creation and the implementation of Federal labeling (when applicable), as well as infusing local, healthy, alternative cuisine to menu planning

Running a Restaurant For Dummies gives you the scoop on the latest trends that chefs and restaurant operators can implement in their new or existing restaurants.

Genres: Business, Nonfiction, Cooking, Reference

386 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 9, 2004

Reviews

[David McClendon, Sr · Rating 3 out of 5]

Running a Restaurant for Dummies is a very informative read. I read it on my Kindle. I checked it out from the Wharton County Library through their E-book program. This is a great idea.

The book is very good, but some of the charts and tables suffer when transferred to the Kindle version. There are a few instances of formatting problems, but overall the Kindle version is great.

Running a Restaurant for Dummies gives the would-be restaurant owner sort of a crash course in running a restaurant. The book is an excellent resource for any restaurant start-up.

There is a good bit of information packed within the book. However, the book does not miss a chance to promote other books in the “For Dummies” series. In fact, one begins to expect it. A handy resource list would be helpful.

I believe anyone who plans to start a restaurant should read this book.

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[Tracee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I flipped through most of the pages and read quite a few tidbits. I have love/hate for the dummies books. I'm surprised this book didn't cover how much the owners should pay themselves and didn't cover who should get what percentage of tips. I could not find the word 'tips' mentioned anywhere.