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I plan on opening this unique concept of a REAL family restaurant next summer and have been trying to put bits and pieces together since the beginning of the year.  I was a teacher for 7 years; worked as a freelance graphic designer while being as a stay-home mom; 1 year in the high tech (marketing dept), and now a solar energy company.  I am able to use the art background to design logo, menu, and website.  Teaching experiences also contribute some to this `unique` concept that makes my restaurant different from the others.  But most of all, the idea comes from being a parent, gathering needs from other parents (and their children, too) so the restaurant will meet with more realistic and practical needs of the potential customers. 

I am still seeking `the` creative chef who can put my ideas on plates, and/or a retired chef to be on the Advisory Board. 

I have to say this is a wonderful website.  For someone who is currently working full time, I have learned so much by reading the articles as well as the forums.  Thank you so much!!

 

 

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Meitzi:  I own a restaurant and a food service company and would be happy to offer some advice.

MiteyMite  - Thank you so much!!

How did you choose your chef?  I have the menu all planned out but am open to any suggestions and changes.  I have interviewed employees before, but never a chef.  I`d like to find someone who is creative since this restaurant is designed for children. 

Thank you in advance for your help!!

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Life isn`t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.

Meitzi:  The culinary schools are the most obvious but when I needed a chef I went to where the chefs hangout.

You`ll find a lot of helpful information for your venture at this chef`s forum, even info on starting a restaurant.  Just remember to treat the chefs gently..... they bruise easily

Thank you sooooooooooo much!!!

now what`s this about treating chefs gently?????

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Life isn`t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.

That source of info should take you a long way.  It`s free to sign up and you can pick up so many good tips just perusing the site.  

 now what`s this about treating chefs gently?????

I meant in a gentle manner. Just me being silly. 

Well I am glad you will be opening up a restaurant I own a restaurant equipment company we do mostly online sales but let me know if you need any deals on the equipment i mainly specialize in ice machines for restaurants and bars. Let me know if I can help or visit my site EquipNship.

Kind Regards,


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