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Opening & Operating a RESTAURANT

What are these Workshops ?
  • They are normally attended by 8 to 10 persons seeking to start or build a business in the Restaurant Industry.
  • They are taught in a relaxed classroom atmosphere.
  •  Questions & Case Studies are welcomed
  

What is covered in this Workshop?

  • The basics of opening a successful restaurant
  • The value of the location
  • Planning the menu and pricing
  • Purchasing methods
  • Marketing your restaurant
  • Developing a Restaurant Business Plan
  • Receiving Handouts,  including a template and a sample for a Restaurant Business Plan
  • Reviewing the financial ratios and targets that you need to measure a well-run restaurant.
  • Hearing some case studies of successful restaurants
  • Learning how to obtain restaurant financing
  • Exchanging ideas with other conferees who are also starting restaurants
  • And much more ........
  

Who is the Moderator?

  • The moderator is Hank Weiner, who has over 35 years experience in international trade. During that period, he was involved in sales and marketing of restaurant equipment and foodstuffs. Subsequently, in partnership with overseas interests, he developed a fast-food concept and opened and operated 6 outlets in the Bay Area. After that business was sold, he continued his restaurant involvement as a consultant to other restaurant owners, helping them to improve their operations and marketing activities.

When and Where are they ?

Monday May 10, 2010  4:45 PM to 6:30 PM  CAC Conference Room
Monday Aug 9, 2010   4:45 PM to 6:30 PM  CAC Conference Room
Monday Oct 11, 2010   4:45 PM to 6:30 PM  CAC Conference Room

 

 

 

 

 

  • CAC Conference Room
    827 Broadway, Suite 210
    Oakland, CA, 94607

    On the West side of Broadway between 8th and 9th Streets
    At the top of the staircase on the second floor on the left
    Three blocks from BART 12th St City Center Station
    Street parking and parking lots nearby


  • Cal State Center
    1000 Broadway, Suite 109
    Oakland, CA, 94067

    Enter on 11th Street ground floor.
    Parking available under building.
    BART 12th St./Oakland City Center Station across the street

              

What is the Cost ?

  • $25 if pre-registered (see 4 ways below, including credit cards) plus booking fee

  • $30 on the day of the event (no Credit cards allowed at the door)

  • Add $40 to include a Business Planning Software CD. This PC-compatible software is not a part of the Workshop, but is offered at a discount ( $100 value at retail) & only available with registration.

  • $5 discount cards are available from SCORE counselors

How can I register ?

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Remember: Seating is limited
Places are assigned on a first-paid first-served basis

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