Monday, 14 May 2012

New Beginnings

I resigned from my job.  2 month's notice, starting 8 May 2012.
I'm embarking on a new business adventure.  At least it's with a familiar face.
A ribs franchise restaurant in Singapore, 4,500 sqft, 200 seats.
6 months of looking,1 month of negotiating, and now 4 months to get this restaurant built and ready for trading 17 Sept 2012.  Estimated investment: SGD $1m.

My restaurant experience is zero.  But I have a passion for hospitality, to meet and serve new people, to give them an experience that they will remember.  I'm willing to learn, I want to build a culture and a team and I want to make some money!

I'm happy that Jo is on board.  He does have much more experience in this field, and knows what to look for,  I need to start taking ownership of this place, it is as much his investment as it is mine.  I'm the general manager, I have to set the tone, the vision and the direction of the operations.

4 months to go.  Let's make every day count.

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