Why are courses for restaurateurs needed not for theory, but to earn money?
Not all restaurant owners believe in learning. They invest money in renovations, dishes, advertising, decor, but not in knowledge of the operational work of the establishment. And this is what leads to the fact that there is a building and furniture, there are guests, but there is no profit. Honestly, if I were starting from scratch and had no experience in this field, I don’t even know if I would trust the knowledge of other people?
Learning the restaurant business is not about «theory.» It’s about money saved and earned that the owner doesn’t lose every day. But I still want to break down some points:
1. A restaurateur without knowledge works on mistakes
Typical situation: the owner opened an establishment, guided by taste and intuition. But what does he get then:
– the menu is prepared «as tasty as possible», not as profitable (when developing and tasting the menu, no analysis is carried out);
– does not have an analysis of suppliers' pricing policies;
– staff sells what is easier, not what is more profitable;
– promotions are invented «because everyone is doing it»;
– does not understand the critical break-even point.
And this is only a small part of the reasons. This is not a business. These are experiments that cost tens of thousands of hryvnias every month.
2. Courses provide numbers that save the budget
When the owner undergoes training, he begins to understand:
– what is standardization of the institution and how should it be implemented (checklists, job descriptions, standards, disciplinary policy, etc.)
– what reports are needed to analyze a restaurant;
– what to sell on the menu and what is better to remove;
– how to select and motivate staff;
– what sales methods exist;
– how to protect the institution from staff schemes;
– owner's organizer
3. Education saves on theft and chaos
Most often, a restaurant loses money not because of theft, but because of:
– incorrectly completed attendance records;
– unaccounted balances;
– lack of correct technological maps;
– they do write-offs as they please;
– do not conduct an inventory
4. A seasoned restaurateur makes money on things that others don't even think about
A restaurant is not just a kitchen and tables. There are dozens of sources of income, for example: banquets, buffets, wine tastings, organization of conference services, catering, master classes, the opportunity to do photo shoots in the establishment, rental of halls, etc.
– A restaurant does not become profitable from a full hall.
– It becomes profitable when the owner understands how to manage it.
How RestaVR works: format, geography, result
We combine diagnostics, roadmap and implementation. We start with express analysis, then pilot changes in the menu, service, accounting. We work in the format of micro-intensives for the administration – courses for restaurant administrators – and deeper programs for leaders – programs for restaurant managers and restaurant management courses online. We conveniently connect teams both in person and remotely – from staff training in Ukraine to ongoing support of establishments in European countries on a convenient schedule. To compare solutions and find growth points, we use an analysis of competitors in the restaurant sector and current restaurant business trends. Consultations are available in different regions – we agree on the details and format with the manager.
FAQ - answers to frequently asked questions
When are the first results from training visible?
After basic implementations, changes are noticeable in 2-4 weeks: cleaner accounting, faster issuance, more stable reviews, predicted KPIs, and a financial model for the restaurant.
Are the programs suitable for small institutions?
Yes. We adapt the tools to the format and team: we focus on the menu, service, and accounting to give a quick effect without overloading the processes.
What to do first if the budget is limited?
Start with a brief diagnosis and three priorities: menu engineering, inventory management, and sales techniques in the hall. Introduce the rest gradually.
Online or offline - which is more effective?
Do you help with staff recruitment and motivation?
Yes. There are modules on recruiting and onboarding and staff motivation, as well as practical assessment and mentoring templates.
How do you know if your training is paying off?
We fix the starting metrics and look at the savings and growth: write-offs, cost, average check, upsell conversion, delivery speed. This is the payback indicator.
