restaurant owners: living proof of the american dream
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The American Dreamis still alive out there, and hard work will get you there. You don’t necessarily need to have an Ivy League education or to have millions of dollars startup money. It can be done
with an idea, hard work and determination.
–Bill Rancic, entrepreneur
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Want to grow a restaurant in America? Hard work and good ideas are the key ingredients, no matter the economic climate. The 2008 recession took a toll, and while the food service industry was hit hard, its heroes never gave up on the American Dream. One thing is clear, the impact of the economic crisis is still being felt today. With constant job growth, consistent revenue growth, and flourishing new categories and menu offerings,
THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY IS ON FIRE.
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Of course, this comeback story would be impossible without innovative, risk-taking entrepreneurs willing to invest uncountable hours of hard work. The leaders of America’s restaurant revolution have four things in common:
1. Passion for quality
3. Focus on community 4. Great choices in partnership
2. Dedication to great service
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1. Passion for qualityThe first characteristic of today’s leading restaurateurs is an uncompromising passion for quality. Commitment to using the best ingredients to craft irresistible dishes is a defining characteristic.
Steve McHugh; Cured From apple jalapeño pork rillettes to the fried green tomatoes in Friday’s po-boy, the best seasonal, regional ingredients are the heart of Cured’s chic charcuterie-focused menu. Says McHugh, “Restaurants are hard work, plain and simple. It requires more time than you think and if you aren’t willing to put in the time you will never make it.”
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2. Dedication to great serviceAnother key to America’s restaurant rebound: Dedication to great service. Successful restaurants hire and train employees to be passionate ambassadors, equipped to tell the restaurant’s story and delight diners.
Mike Luna; Goro’s Sushi The raving fans of Goro’s Sushi return again and again for delicious pan-Asian fare and top-notch service. “I have taught my staff that you have to give the customer what they want. You have to listen to them, you have to give input, and you have to guide them,” says chef Mike Luna.
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3. Focus on communityAmerica’s restaurant leaders aren’t just business owners; they’re cornerstones of the neighborhoods and cities they serve. The thoughtful actions and initiatives of restaurateurs connect their spaces to the fabric of the surrounding community.
The Barrios family; Los Barrios, La Hacienda, Viola’s Ventanas In 2008, the Barrios family of restaurateurs founded Viola’s Huge Heart Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping hardworking young women achieve their goals through educational scholarships and charitable assistance.
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4. Great choices in partnershipWhen it comes to growing a successful restaurant with all of these characteristics, you don’t have to go it alone. One thing all of these restaurants have in common—they have partnered with MissionRS.com. MissionRS.com supports restaurants by pairing extraordinary customer service with great products and an easy-to-use webstore.
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Further ReadingIf you’d like to learn more about the restaurateurs in this eGuide, check out the blog at MissionRS.com. It’s full of industry trends, recipes, and other useful resources. Read about the featured chefs here:
Steve McHugh, Cured
Mike Luna, Goro’s Sushi
The Barrios family; Los Barrios, La Hacienda, Viola’s Ventanas
Source:1 http://www.pmq.com/January-2013/Keep-your-new-pizzeria-operation-working-at-peak-levels-by-choosing-the-right-equipment/