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?
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/abo…
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.
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-rest…
Good Luck and have fun!
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!
http://www.burnt.me.uk
im sry just deserts the name is taken and then yes good luck im sry if i couldent answer ur qustion really