How to Retain Great Restaurant Employees: Why Hiring Is Only the First Step
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How to Hire the Right Restaurant Employees: Hire for Character, Train for Skill
Hiring the right restaurant employees is about more than experience. Based on nearly 20 years of operating restaurants in Greater Vancouver, this article explains why character, attitude, and long-term potential matter more than a perfect résumé.
Great Food Brings Customers In. Great Service Brings Them Back.
Great food brings customers through the door, but exceptional customer service keeps them coming back. Discover why both are essential for building a successful restaurant and long-term customer loyalty.
How to Evaluate a Restaurant Business Before You Buy: There Is No Perfect Restaurant, Only the Right Location
Should you buy a restaurant with strong sales or one that fits your business vision? Drawing on nearly 20 years of opening and operating restaurants in Greater Vancouver, this article explains why successful buyers focus first on their target customers and the right location—not just financial statements, equipment, or past performance. Learn a practical framework for evaluating restaurant opportunities before you invest.
Buying an Existing Restaurant vs. Starting from Scratch in Canada: Which Option Is Better?
Should you buy an existing restaurant or start from an empty commercial space? Drawing on nearly 20 years of opening and operating restaurants in Greater Vancouver, this article compares both options, explains their advantages and risks, and offers practical guidance to help first-time restaurant owners make smarter investment decisions with greater confidence.
The Hidden Costs of Opening a Restaurant in Canada: The Cost of Delay That Many New Owners Overlook
Many new restaurant owners focus on renovation, equipment, and licensing costs, but one of the biggest hidden startup expenses is often the delay between signing a lease and opening the restaurant. Based on nearly 20 years of experience opening and operating restaurants in Greater Vancouver, this article explains how opening delays, ongoing rent, government approvals, and lost revenue opportunities can create significant financial pressure—and how proper planning can help avoid costly surprises.
How to Choose the Right Restaurant Location in Vancouver: Lessons from My Overconfidence
Choosing the right restaurant location requires more than finding a busy intersection or affordable rent. Drawing on nearly 20 years of experience operating restaurants in Greater Vancouver, this article explains why customer research matters more than confidence and shares five essential questions every restaurant entrepreneur should answer before signing a lease.
Restaurant Startup Costs in Canada: Why Knowing Your Customers Matters More Than Your Budget
Opening a restaurant in Canada requires more than a large budget. Drawing on nearly 20 years of firsthand experience in Greater Vancouver, this guide explains why customer analysis, location selection, and careful planning are the true foundations of long-term restaurant success before calculating startup costs.