just a nice site to find a restaurant in Gloucester
It seems the talk in the restaurants and bars of Gloucester is all about starting a small business. People are worried about the economic forecasts for jobs. This is one way round it. And of course most of the bars and restaurants are owned by independent businessmen, save for a few corporate affairs.
One hot topic being discussed is the new website by Danny Wilson, actually called Starting a Small Business. There is much advice about making sure your premises are both clean and welcoming, so important if you're starting a small business. People will stay away if they don't feel comfortable from the word go.
Wherever there is food being prepared, there has to be hygiene - period. The premises that don't make it are the tatty ones where the dirt is on display caught in the shop fittings - so unappetising. Their reputation is shot before the businesses are ever established.
With money becoming tighter than ever, people cut back on many things, but still seem to allow themselves treats in the form of food. This is why take away premises and reasonably priced restaurants are such a good bet when first considering starting a small business.
Although cleanliness is paramount and top of the list, Danny Wilson lists many other factors that need to be taken into account, like marketing and keeping customers. If you plan to deliver food, then it is absolutely crucial to deliver hot food and on time. Judgement is instant in this market and forgiveness more or less non existent.
If you are going to be starting a small business, please do read Danny Wilson and make the best start you can. Continue as you mean to go on, who knows you may be serving me with a restaurant meal one day!