The EASY WAY to start a successful
& 5 OTHER FOOD BUSINESSES
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With 12.8 million employees, the restaurant industry is the second-largest employer in the United States. (The U.S. government is first.) Twenty-five percent of all U.S. restaurants are owned by women. And women and minorities represent 3 out of 5 owners of eating and drinking establishments, compared to less than half of all U.S. eateries. More than 7 out of 10 eating-and-drinking places are single-unit (independent) operations.
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Restaurant sales are expected to hit $511 billion this year. More people than ever are dining out. Average Joes are becoming "foodies" after exposure to the celebrity chefs and exotic ingredients on TV's Food Network. Busy consumers don't have the time or inclination to cook--they want the flavor of fresh bread without the hassle of baking. They want tasty, nutritious meals without dishes to wash. More and more singles, working parents and seniors are demanding greater convenience in buying their meals and are turning to operations that provide that convenience. As you can see, there's never been a better time to open up your own restaurant.
In this extensive guide, you learn the latest food trends, who your competition is, how to research your potential customers, the basics of setting up a dining room and kitchen, how to find a great location, how to leap over regulatory hurdles in the industry, and how to find the best people to staff your business. Then we go into even greater depth on several different food businesses, including:
- Restaurant
- Coffeehouse
- Bakery
- Catering
- Pizzeria
- Sandwich Shop/Deli
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So whether you decide to keep it simple with a sandwich-and-salad operation, dazzle event guests with your catered cuisine, create a cozy neighborhood java joint, or make a splash with a four-star bistro, we've got the information you need to be a success.
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