I may only be in 8th grade, but I have very big plans for my future! I plan to open a restaurant when I am older. I plan to call it Just Desserts. And as you probably have guesses, it will only serve desserts. It isn't exactly going to be a bakery though. But I need a little help. How should I plan oppening it. I am already going to have my friends taste test my recipes, but what else can I do to make sure it could be succsessful enough that it may even start a chain?
2007-09-28 12:03:38 · 6 answers · asked by Jelly Belly 4 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
I am sooooo sorry, but I didn't know the name was already taken so name ideas might help too!
2007-09-28 12:32:22 · update #1
Not to burst your bubble but "Just Desserts" is already taken.
You need to come up with a business plan which addresses cost, location, clietele and how you plan to market your business.
Here's a link that gives you the general idea of what you need to do... http://www.ehow.com/how_16577_start-restaurant.html
Good Luck and have fun!
2007-09-28 12:06:53 · answer #1 · answered by Dave C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aside from culinary training (which helps...), learning about business is crucial. Keep an open mind to either a business degree or something of the sort. The university I attended had a "hotel, restaurant and tourism management" program, so I'm sure others have the same.
In the mean time, (when you are old enough), you can start getting a feel for the business aspect by working in a restaurant.
2007-09-28 12:14:54 · answer #2 · answered by Claire D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some work experience in a restaurant first, even if it's just waiting tables - chances are even if you are the owner you will be doing that for a long time anyway.
Talk to other restaurant owners - you'll find most are very helpful if you are serious.
Don't be put off by anyones negativity. If you've got dreams - chase them, but be realistic. I chased my dream of owning a restaurant (here in the UK) and lost over £45,000 (thats about $90,000). But I'm still glad I tried. Just wish I'd thought it through a bit more.
I've written a book (Burnt!) about my experinces and there are plenty of other books out there - read up on the subject as much as you can.
Best of luck!
www.burnt.me.uk
2007-09-28 12:18:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is a place with a similar concept in San Diego CA called Extraordinary Desserts. Maybe you can contact the owner when you are older and get some advice.
Here's the website. Check it out...
http://www.extraordinarydesserts.com/about.htm
2007-09-28 12:09:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-05 10:52:37 · answer #5 · answered by buono 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im sry just deserts the name is taken and then yes good luck im sry if i couldent answer ur qustion really
2007-09-28 12:10:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋