What’s not to love about a bakery – the smell of fresh coffee and sugar with traces of cinnamon, a display so enticing that makes you forget any health-related promises you made to yourself, choices of bread that take you back to the ancient art of baking. Everything I mentioned and more suggests it is […]
Restaurant SWOT Analysis Example
We have all come across the concept of SWOT analysis, it is included in every business 101 guide. Technically, it is a simple strategy tool. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weakness, Opportunity, and Threats. Strengths and Weaknesses account for things you can control in your restaurant business. Opportunities and Threats are external factors that are usually […]
Restaurant and Bar Financing For Dummies
Thinking about getting financing for your restaurant? Look no further! We cover all the major financing options for your restaurant or bar in this post. Raising funds for any business is an uphill battle, particularly in a crowded field like the restaurant space. Now, take a look at some characteristics of the restaurant businesses – […]
Does Your Restaurant Need a CFO?
Thinking about taking your finance department to the next level? Is it time you hired a CFO for your restaurant group? Stop wondering, you have found your answer. Just some years ago, the restaurant Chief Financial Officer (CFO) job requirements would simply read accounting experience, analytical mindset, and honest character. This has now evolved to […]
Break-Even Analysis: Calculating the Break-Even Point for a Restaurant
Wondering how to calculate the break-even point for your restaurant? Look no further! That moment when everything comes together for the restaurant. The hum of a full-house on a Tuesday, guests laughing over a bottle of wine, the ambiance is warm and the P&L shows a profit. Yes an odd combination of things that satisfy […]
How Much Is Your Restaurant Worth
Want to know what your restaurant or bar is worth in todays tough market? Look no further! Restaurants can be bought and sold like any other business. Perhaps you have started a new restaurant and want to know what the return on your capital would look like? Perhaps you have always thought about buying a […]